On March 28, 1943, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration 04461) operated by United States Navy - USN was involved in an aviation accident near Indian Ocean, World in flight. 7 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 conducting a maritime patrol over the Indian Ocean departed Perth and failed to return, resulting in the loss of the aircraft and all crew members without trace.
What happened
The incident involved a seaplane operating out of Perth. The aircraft was tasked with a maritime patrol mission over the Indian Ocean. After departing from its base, the plane did not return as scheduled. Subsequent investigations indicated that the aircraft likely crashed into the ocean during this operation. The event is classified as a loss without trace, meaning no wreckage or survivors were recovered.
The crew consisted of seven individuals assigned to the unit designated VP-101. The personnel included the pilot and six other crew members serving in various technical and operational roles. All members of the flight crew were lost in the incident.
What happened in the 28 Mar 1943 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Indian Ocean, World?
A seaplane conducting a maritime patrol over the Indian Ocean departed Perth and failed to return, resulting in the loss of the aircraft and all crew members without trace.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Mar 1943 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Mar 1943 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration 04461, operated by United States Navy - USN, at Indian Ocean, World.
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