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Aircraft Ditched into the Sea After Takeoff from San Juan-Isla Verde Airport (N1549V)

San Juan-Luis Muñoz Marín (Isla Verde), Puerto RicoTakeoff (climb)

On June 13, 1970, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration N1549V) operated by Conner Air Lines was involved in an aviation accident near San Juan-Luis Muñoz Marín (Isla Verde), Puerto Rico during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crew intentionally ditched the aircraft for unknown reason. Investigations revealed there was no emergency landing needed and that the aircraft was capable to continue normal operations. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

Shortly after takeoff from San Juan-Isla Verde Airport, the crew intentionally ditched the aircraft into the sea. Both occupants were rescued, and the aircraft was lost.

Incident Overview and Rescue Operations An aircraft was ditched into the sea shortly after taking off from San Juan-Isla Verde Airport. The crew made the decision to ditch the aircraft, and both occupants on board were successfully rescued. The aircraft was lost in the incident. No specific aircraft type, registration, operator, or date is provided in the source material. ## Official Investigation Findings The official investigation determined that the crew intentionally ditched the aircraft for an unknown reason. The investigation revealed that there was no emergency landing needed and that the aircraft was capable of continuing normal operations. The source does not specify the exact cause of the crew's decision to ditch the aircraft.

Probable cause

The crew intentionally ditched the aircraft for unknown reason. Investigations revealed there was no emergency landing needed and that the aircraft was capable to continue normal operations.

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