On April 6, 1943, a Grumman G-21A Goose (registration V176) operated by United States Coast Guard - USCG was involved in an aviation accident near Blyn, United States of America in flight. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Controlled flight into terrain. 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.
A seaplane crashed into a mountain slope south of Blyn shortly after departing Port Angeles for Seattle, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members due to poor weather conditions.
What happened
Shortly after taking off from Port Angeles with the intention of flying to Seattle, the aircraft encountered deteriorating weather. The flight was proceeding under instrument meteorological conditions when the seaplane struck the side of a mountain situated south of Blyn. This impact resulted in fatal injuries for everyone on board. There were four individuals in the crew at the time of the accident, and all four were killed.
Findings
The official investigation concluded that the accident was caused by a controlled flight into terrain. The primary contributing factor was the inability to maintain safe separation from obstacles while flying in poor visibility conditions.
What happened in the 6 Apr 1943 Grumman G-21A Goose accident near Blyn, United States of America?
A seaplane crashed into a mountain slope south of Blyn shortly after departing Port Angeles for Seattle, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members due to poor weather conditions.
Were there any fatalities in the 6 Apr 1943 Grumman G-21A Goose accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 6 Apr 1943 involved a Grumman G-21A Goose, registration V176, operated by United States Coast Guard - USCG, at Blyn, United States of America.
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