6 fatalities

Nighttime Crash of Maritime Patrol Floatplane at RAF Pembroke Dock (W8418)

Pembroke Dock, United KingdomLanding (descent or approach)

On December 23, 1941, a Consolidated PBY Catalina (registration W8418) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Pembroke Dock, United Kingdom during landing or approach. 6 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-08-26Data APIEditorial standards

A floatplane crashed while landing at night after a maritime patrol flight to RAF Pembroke Dock, resulting in six fatalities and four injuries among the crew.

What happened

The incident occurred during the final approach and landing phase at RAF Pembroke Dock. The aircraft, a floatplane, had just completed a maritime patrol mission and was returning to its home base. The crash took place at night, and the specific reasons for the accident remain unknown according to available records.

The impact resulted in significant loss of life and injury within the flight deck. A total of six crew members were killed in the event. Additionally, four other individuals on board sustained injuries. The source material does not provide a specific aircraft registration number for this incident.

Findings

No definitive contributing factors or conclusions regarding the cause of the crash are provided in the source text. The circumstances are described as occurring for unknown reasons during the nighttime landing procedure.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Dec 1941 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident near Pembroke Dock, United Kingdom?

A floatplane crashed while landing at night after a maritime patrol flight to RAF Pembroke Dock, resulting in six fatalities and four injuries among the crew.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Dec 1941 Consolidated PBY Catalina accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Dec 1941 involved a Consolidated PBY Catalina, registration W8418, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Pembroke Dock, United Kingdom.