On September 30, 1949, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration PP-BLB) operated by Transportes Aéreos Bandeirantes was involved in an aviation accident near Iguape, Brazil during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A seaplane struck an obstacle during landing on the Mar Pequeno, causing it to capsize and sink. Three people died while twenty-two others were rescued.
What happened
The incident occurred during the landing phase of a flight conducted by a seaplane. As the aircraft attempted to touch down on the water surface at Mar Pequeno, it collided with an unidentified obstacle. The impact caused the seaplane to overturn and subsequently sink into the water.
Emergency response efforts were mounted following the accident. Rescue teams successfully extracted 22 occupants from the wreckage or the surrounding water. Tragically, the crash resulted in fatal injuries for three individuals on board. Specifically, one member of the flight crew and two passengers lost their lives in the incident.
What happened in the 30 Sept 1949 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Iguape, Brazil?
A seaplane struck an obstacle during landing on the Mar Pequeno, causing it to capsize and sink. Three people died while twenty-two others were rescued.
Were there any fatalities in the 30 Sept 1949 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 30 Sept 1949 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration PP-BLB, operated by Transportes Aéreos Bandeirantes, at Iguape, Brazil.
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