On June 9, 1942, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration 2358) operated by United States Navy - USN was involved in an aviation accident near Key West-Boca Chica Field NAS, United States of America during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Collision with a high wave during the takeoff phase of flight. 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 a high wave while departing Key West-Boca Chica NAS, forcing an emergency landing in the water where it subsequently sank. All crew members survived the incident.
What happened
During a takeoff attempt from Key West-Boca Chica NAS, the aircraft encountered a high wave that resulted in a collision. The impact forced the pilot to execute a full stall landing in the water. Following this emergency procedure, the seaplane sank. Despite the loss of the airframe, all crew members on board survived the event without reported fatalities.
Findings
The official investigation determined that the primary factor leading to the accident was the collision with a high wave during the takeoff phase. This environmental hazard directly caused the need for an emergency water landing and the subsequent sinking of the aircraft.
Probable cause
Collision with a high wave during the takeoff phase of flight.
What happened in the 9 Jun 1942 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Key West-Boca Chica Field NAS, United States of America?
A seaplane struck a high wave while departing Key West-Boca Chica NAS, forcing an emergency landing in the water where it subsequently sank. All crew members survived the incident.
Were there any fatalities in the 9 Jun 1942 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Jun 1942 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration 2358, operated by United States Navy - USN, at Key West-Boca Chica Field NAS, United States of America.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Collision with a high wave during the takeoff phase of flight.
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