08181 — routes, history & safety record

FlightFinder has no observed route profile for this registration. The documented safety events below are available independently of live flight tracking.

Safety history

March 16, 1943Accident
The crew was dispatched off Jacksonville to rescue the pilot of a fighter plane that crashed in the Atlantic Ocean. Upon landing on sea, the hull of the seaplane was damaged, causing water to enter the cabin. The seaplane sank and was lost with 4 depth charges and was not recovered. All 10 crew members were rescued, among them one was injured.
Consolidated PBY Catalina
Lack of experience and poor technique on part of the pilot caused damage to hull upon landing on sea. Full accident record