Beechcraft E18 crash, Jun 26, 1975 (2 killed), Toledo-Exp...
Beechcraft E18 accident on June 26, 1975 near Toledo-Express Ohio, United States with 2 fatalities. Cause: Powerplant failure following cylinder...
- Date: June 26, 1975
- Aircraft: Beechcraft E18
- Location: Toledo-Express Ohio, United States
- Fatalities: 2
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
- Cause: Powerplant failure following cylinder assembly failure, with fatigue fracture and improper maintenance listed as contributing factors
On a night cargo flight from Detroit, the crew lost an engine and was cleared to divert to Toledo Express. On final approach the aircraft struck power cables and crashed in flames, killing both occupants.