Martin PBM Mariner crash, Aug 7, 1952 (13 killed), Mt Mar...
Martin PBM Mariner accident on August 7, 1952 near Mt Mariveles Bataan, Philippines with 13 fatalities. Cause: Engine failure and poor visibility in...
- Date: August 7, 1952
- Aircraft: Martin PBM Mariner
- Location: Mt Mariveles Bataan, Philippines
- Fatalities: 13
- Phase of flight: En route
- Cause: Engine failure and poor visibility in bad weather, leading to collision with terrain
After an engine failure on a maritime patrol from Sangley Point, the crew cancelled the mission and turned back toward base. In poor weather with one engine out, the seaplane struck the slope of Mt Mariveles, west of Manila, and all crew were killed.