Beechcraft G18S crash, Jul 5, 1978, McAllen Texas
Beechcraft G18S accident on July 5, 1978 near McAllen Texas, United States with no fatalities. Cause: Engine failure during the takeoff roll, cause of...
- Date: July 5, 1978
- Aircraft: Beechcraft G18S
- Location: McAllen Texas, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Engine failure during the takeoff roll, cause of the engine failure not determined
A Beechcraft G18S operated by PCD Corporation was departing McAllen-Miller Airport for Tampico, Mexico, when one engine failed during the takeoff roll. The pilot rejected the takeoff, but the aircraft overran the runway and struck a drainage ditch. Both occupants survived with slight injuries and the aircraft was destroyed.