No fatalities

Aircraft crash into Puerto Cabello harbor with unknown circumstances (YV-C-APJ)

Puerto Cabello, Venezuela

On July 15, 1948, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration YV-C-APJ) operated by Private Venezuela was involved in an aviation accident near Puerto Cabello, Venezuela. 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.

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An aircraft crashed into the Puerto Cabello harbor under unclear conditions. The status of the crew is unconfirmed, and the airframe was destroyed.

What happened

The incident involved an aircraft that impacted the water in the Puerto Cabello harbor. The specific sequence of events leading to the crash has not been established, as the circumstances surrounding the event remain unknown. Upon impact, the airframe was lost and destroyed.

Information regarding the immediate aftermath is limited. There are no confirmed reports detailing the survival status of those on board. Consequently, the fate of the crew remains unverified in available records. The primary outcome of the accident is the total loss of the aircraft, with no further details provided regarding the cause or specific conditions at the time of impact.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Jul 1948 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Puerto Cabello, Venezuela?

An aircraft crashed into the Puerto Cabello harbor under unclear conditions. The status of the crew is unconfirmed, and the airframe was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Jul 1948 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Jul 1948 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration YV-C-APJ, operated by Private Venezuela, at Puerto Cabello, Venezuela.