Martin PBM Mariner crash, Aug 12, 1957 (9 killed), Merauk...
Martin PBM Mariner accident on August 12, 1957 near Merauke Special Region of Papua, Indonesia with 9 fatalities.
- Date: August 12, 1957
- Aircraft: Martin PBM Mariner
- Location: Merauke Special Region of Papua, Indonesia
- Fatalities: 9
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
A Royal Netherlands Navy Martin PBM5A Mariner clipped trees during its initial climb after takeoff from Merauke Mopah Airport and crashed in flames in a wooded area. Nine of the ten crew on board were killed and one was rescued.