On April 19, 1944, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration 48449) operated by United States Navy - USN was involved in an aviation accident near North Island-Halsey Field NAS (San Diego), United States of America during landing or approach. 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 sustained damage beyond repair while attempting to land in the bay near North Island-Halsey Field NAS. The incident resulted in no casualties.
What happened
The incident occurred during a landing attempt into the body of water adjacent to North Island-Halsey Field NAS. The aircraft was struck by or entered the water, resulting in structural damage that rendered it beyond repair. Despite the severity of the impact and subsequent condition of the airframe, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board.
Findings
The primary outcome of the event was the total loss of the aircraft due to the forces involved during the water landing. No specific contributing factors or mechanical failures are detailed in the available records for this entry.
What happened in the 19 Apr 1944 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near North Island-Halsey Field NAS (San Diego), United States of America?
An aircraft sustained damage beyond repair while attempting to land in the bay near North Island-Halsey Field NAS. The incident resulted in no casualties.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Apr 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 Apr 1944 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration 48449, operated by United States Navy - USN, at North Island-Halsey Field NAS (San Diego), United States of America.
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