On June 3, 1946, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration 08307) operated by United States Navy - USN was involved in an aviation accident near Pensacola, United States of America in flight. 2 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 military trainer crashed into Escambia Bay during a training flight from Pensacola Naval Air Station, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.
What happened
The incident occurred while the aircraft was conducting a routine training sortie. The flight originated from Pensacola Naval Air Station. During the mission, the aircraft descended into Escambia Bay and impacted the water surface. This event resulted in the loss of life for both members of the crew aboard the machine.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific details regarding the technical failures or human factors that contributed to the crash. It confirms only that the accident happened during a training phase and that the outcome was fatal for the pilot and any accompanying personnel.
What happened in the 3 Jun 1946 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Pensacola, United States of America?
A military trainer crashed into Escambia Bay during a training flight from Pensacola Naval Air Station, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.
Were there any fatalities in the 3 Jun 1946 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 3 Jun 1946 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration 08307, operated by United States Navy - USN, at Pensacola, United States of America.
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