Otis Field – September 18, 1945
SB2C Helldiver
U.S. Navy Photo
On September 18, 1945, a mechanic was working on a U. S. Navy Curtiss Helldiver, (Bu. No. 60110), which was parked near another Helldiver, (Bu. No. 60182). The mechanic started the engine and turned it up to full power, which caused the aircraft to jump its wheel chocks and drive itself into the other Helldiver. The airplane that the mechanic was working on was damaged beyond repair, while the second plane suffered heavy damage. There were no injuries.
Source: U. S. Navy accident report dated September 18, 1945
