10 fatalities

Seaplane crash in river near Belém kills all ten crew (2472)

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On November 28, 1943, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration 2472) operated by United States Navy - USN was involved in an aviation accident near Belém, Brazil in flight. 10 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.

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A seaplane crashed into a river near Belém during a convoy mission after the pilot attempted an emergency landing for unknown reasons, resulting in the deaths of all ten crew members.

What happened

During a convoy mission, the pilot initiated an emergency landing procedure due to an unspecified issue. The seaplane subsequently crashed into a river located near Belém. Search and recovery efforts were prolonged, with debris from the wreckage not being located until five days after the incident, on December 3.

Findings

The accident resulted in fatal injuries for all personnel on board. A total of ten crew members lost their lives in the crash. The specific technical or operational cause that necessitated the emergency landing remains unknown based on the available information.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Nov 1943 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Belém, Brazil?

A seaplane crashed into a river near Belém during a convoy mission after the pilot attempted an emergency landing for unknown reasons, resulting in the deaths of all ten crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Nov 1943 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Nov 1943 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration 2472, operated by United States Navy - USN, at Belém, Brazil.