Douglas DC-3 crash, Jan 15, 1977, Miami-Intl Florida
Douglas DC-3 accident on January 15, 1977 near Miami-Intl Florida, United States with no fatalities.
- Date: January 15, 1977
- Aircraft: Douglas DC-3
- Location: Miami-Intl Florida, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
A scheduled Air Sunshine DC-3 lost its left engine while climbing after takeoff from Miami International Airport. The pilot tried to land back on the wet runway, but the aircraft banked left, its wing and main gear struck the runway and it came to rest. All 33 occupants were evacuated safely and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.