On December 19, 1944, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration A24-76) operated by Royal Australian Air Force - RAAF was involved in an aviation accident near Broome, Australia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. 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.
An aircraft operated by the 43rd Squadron crashed shortly after taking off from Broome in the early morning. The incident resulted in no fatalities or injuries.
What happened
The incident occurred during an early morning departure from Broome. The aircraft was operating on behalf of the 43rd squadron when it crashed shortly after leaving the ground. Despite the impact, there were no casualties reported among those on board or in the vicinity.
Findings
No specific contributing factors or detailed conclusions regarding the mechanical or operational causes of the crash are provided in the available source material. The primary fact established is that the event took place during the initial phase of flight and resulted in a safe outcome for all personnel involved.
What happened in the 19 Dec 1944 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Broome, Australia?
An aircraft operated by the 43rd Squadron crashed shortly after taking off from Broome in the early morning. The incident resulted in no fatalities or injuries.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Dec 1944 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Dec 1944 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration A24-76, operated by Royal Australian Air Force - RAAF, at Broome, Australia.
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