On January 12, 1942, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration 2432) operated by United States Navy - USN was involved in an aviation accident near Kaneohe Bay NAS, United States of America during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft's wing struck the water surface during a low-altitude turn on final approach, causing the crash. 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 floatplane crashed into the water during a low-altitude turn on final approach to Kaneohe Bay NAS at night, resulting in three fatalities and six survivors.
What happened
During nighttime operations, a floatplane was executing a low-altitude turn while on final approach to Kaneohe Bay NAS. As the aircraft maneuvered close to the surface, one of its wings made contact with the water. This impact caused the aircraft to crash into the bay. The accident resulted in the deaths of three crew members, while six other individuals were successfully rescued from the scene.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical findings or a formal investigation report regarding the mechanical condition of the aircraft or the precise aerodynamic state at the moment of impact. The sequence of events indicates that the wing strike occurred during the final approach phase while the aircraft was turning at low altitude.
Probable cause
The aircraft's wing struck the water surface during a low-altitude turn on final approach, causing the crash.
What happened in the 12 Jan 1942 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Kaneohe Bay NAS, United States of America?
A floatplane crashed into the water during a low-altitude turn on final approach to Kaneohe Bay NAS at night, resulting in three fatalities and six survivors.
Were there any fatalities in the 12 Jan 1942 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 12 Jan 1942 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration 2432, operated by United States Navy - USN, at Kaneohe Bay NAS, United States of America.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft's wing struck the water surface during a low-altitude turn on final approach, causing the crash.
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