Lockheed PV-1 Ventura crash, Jul 1, 1945 (4 killed), Emir...
Lockheed PV-1 Ventura accident on July 1, 1945 near Emirau Island New Ireland, Papua New Guinea with 4 fatalities.
- Date: July 1, 1945
- Aircraft: Lockheed PV-1 Ventura
- Location: Emirau Island New Ireland, Papua New Guinea
- Fatalities: 4
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
A Royal New Zealand Air Force Lockheed PV 1 Ventura banked left just after takeoff from Emirau Island on 1 July 1945, hit the ground and crashed in flames. All four crew were killed.