Vought-Sikorsky VS-44

Historical safety data and incident record for the Vought-Sikorsky VS-44 aircraft.

Safety Rating

9.3/10

Total Incidents

2

Total Fatalities

15

Incident History

August 15, 1947 4 Fatalities

Transporte Aéreo de Carga Internacional

Montevideo Montevideo City District

While landing by night off Montevideo, the seaplane crashed, overturned and sank. Four crew members were killed while both passengers and a fifth crewman were injured. The aircraft was lost. Source: http://1000aircraftphotos.com/Contributions/HornDavid/9343.htm

October 3, 1942 11 Fatalities

American Export Airlines

Gander Newfoundland & Labrador

Shortly after take off from Botwood Bay, some 50 km northwest of Gander, while climbing, the seaplane lost height and crashed into the sea few hundred yards off shore. Eleven occupants, among them five crew members, were killed. 26 other occupants were injured and the aircraft was destroyed.

Safety Profile

Reliability

Reliable

This rating is based on historical incident data and may not reflect current operational safety.