Crash of a Douglas C-47A-25-DK off San Juan
Date & Time:
Jun 13, 1970 at 0936 LT
Registration:
N1549V
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
San Juan – Charlotte Amalie
MSN:
13480
YOM:
1944
Crew on board:
2
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Captain / Total hours on type:
1100.00
Circumstances:
Shortly after takeoff from San Juan-Isla Verde Airport, the crew ditched the aircraft into the sea. Both occupants were rescued while the aircraft was lost.
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.
Final Report:
