Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker crash, Sep 19, 1979 (5 killed)
Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker accident on September 19, 1979 near Castle AFB California, United States with 5 fatalities.
- Date: September 19, 1979
- Aircraft: Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker
- Location: Castle AFB California, United States
- Fatalities: 5
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
A USAF Boeing KC-135A Stratotanker crashed at Castle Air Force Base, California, during a local training flight of touch-and-go landings. After touchdown the aircraft went out of control and crashed in flames. Five of the seven crew members were killed and two were injured.