Douglas DC-3 crash, Aug 4, 1972, Point Mugu NAS California
Douglas DC-3 accident on August 4, 1972 near Point Mugu NAS California, United States with no fatalities.
- Date: August 4, 1972
- Aircraft: Douglas DC-3
- Location: Point Mugu NAS California, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
A Mercer Airlines DC-3 cargo flight lost its right engine and caught fire shortly after takeoff from Point Mugu NAS. The crew attempted a return, lost control and the aircraft crash landed beside the runway, with all three occupants slightly injured.