Martin PBM Mariner crash, Dec 26, 1952 (10 killed), Japan...
Martin PBM Mariner accident on December 26, 1952 near Japan Sea, World with 10 fatalities. Cause: Engine fire in flight.
- Date: December 26, 1952
- Aircraft: Martin PBM Mariner
- Location: Japan Sea, World
- Fatalities: 10
- Phase of flight: En route
- Cause: Engine fire in flight
A US Navy Martin PBM Mariner on a maritime patrol over the Japan Sea suffered an engine fire in flight. The pilot ditched the aircraft, which sank in the sea, and 10 of the 14 crew were killed while four were rescued.