No fatalities

Twin-Engine Aircraft Overruns Wet Runway and Enters Water (NC33349)

Tampa-Intl (ex Drew Field), United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On September 13, 1945, a Lockheed 18 LodeStar (registration NC33349) operated by National Airlines (1934) was involved in an aviation accident near Tampa-Intl (ex Drew Field), United States of America during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-05Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft failed to stop on a wet runway, overran the end, and came to rest partially submerged in a bay. All 14 occupants evacuated safely before the airframe was declared beyond repair.

What happened

The incident occurred during the landing phase when the twin engine aircraft touched down on a runway described as very wet. Despite the touchdown, the aircraft was unable to decelerate sufficiently within the remaining available distance. Consequently, it overran the end of the runway and continued moving until it came to rest partially submerged in a bay located immediately past the runway threshold.

Upon impact with the water, the airframe sustained significant damage, rendering it beyond repair. Emergency procedures were initiated immediately following the overrun. All 14 occupants on board were evacuated quickly and safely from the damaged aircraft while it was still situated in the water.