Consolidated PB4Y-2 Privateer crash, Aug 9, 1975, Port Ha...
Consolidated PB4Y-2 Privateer accident on August 9, 1975 near Port Hardy British Columbia, Canada with no fatalities.
- Date: August 9, 1975
- Aircraft: Consolidated PB4Y-2 Privateer
- Location: Port Hardy British Columbia, Canada
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
A PB4Y 2 Privateer ferry flight from Anchorage ran out of fuel after one engine had been shut down for running rough. On approach to Port Hardy the crew attempted a go around on the remaining engine, the aircraft struck the ground, crashed through the airport fence and came to rest in the sea, and both crew swam ashore with minor injuries.