Beechcraft D18 crash, Jun 19, 1978, Windsor Locks-Bradley...
Beechcraft D18 accident on June 19, 1978 near Windsor Locks-Bradley Connecticut, United States with no fatalities. Cause: Engine failure on approach:...
- Date: June 19, 1978
- Aircraft: Beechcraft D18
- Location: Windsor Locks-Bradley Connecticut, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
- Cause: Engine failure on approach: failure of the No. 2 bearing in the left engine (lack of lubrication and overheating) and a fatigue fracture of a right-engine power turbine blade.
A Great Western Airlines Beechcraft D18 cargo flight from Albany lost power in both engines on final approach to Windsor Locks-Bradley. The crew attempted an emergency landing, struck trees and burned. Both crew members survived with slight injuries and the aircraft was destroyed.