What happened
A floatplane encountered a maritime accident while operating in the waters adjacent to Molokai. The aircraft impacted the sea surface, leading to a crash. The specific sequence of events or mechanical failures that precipitated this incident were not determined at the time of reporting, as the circumstances remained unknown.
Despite the impact with the water, there were no casualties reported. The pilot, identified in records as Lt Harry P. Leber Jr., survived the event without injury. No other individuals were listed as part of the crew or passengers involved in this specific incident.