On May 5, 1943, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration 0891) operated by United States Navy - USN was involved in an aviation accident near Gulf of Mexico, World in flight. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A seaplane struck the water surface while cruising at low altitude, resulting in a crash into the Gulf of Mexico off Corpus Christi NAS. Three crew members were killed and one occupant was rescued.
What happened
The incident occurred during the cruise phase of flight when the aircraft was operating at a very low altitude. The seaplane made contact with the water surface, leading to an immediate crash into the Gulf of Mexico. The accident site was located approximately 72 km off the coast near Corpus Christi NAS. Following the impact, the aircraft sank and was subsequently lost.
Findings
The event resulted in significant loss of life aboard the vessel. Three crew members were killed in the crash. A fourth occupant survived the initial impact and was successfully rescued from the water.
What happened in the 5 May 1943 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Gulf of Mexico, World?
A seaplane struck the water surface while cruising at low altitude, resulting in a crash into the Gulf of Mexico off Corpus Christi NAS. Three crew members were killed and one occupant was rescued.
Were there any fatalities in the 5 May 1943 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 5 May 1943 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration 0891, operated by United States Navy - USN, at Gulf of Mexico, World.
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