No fatalities

Aircraft crash shortly after takeoff results in injuries and total loss (G-EAZX)

Manchester, United KingdomTakeoff (climb)

On August 2, 1924, an Avro 504 (registration G-EAZX) operated by Northern Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Manchester, United Kingdom during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-08-27Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed immediately after departing the runway due to an undetermined cause. The incident resulted in injuries to all three occupants on board and the complete destruction of the airframe.

What happened

The accident occurred during the initial climb phase, shortly after the aircraft had lifted off from the runway. For reasons that remain unexplained at this time, the plane lost control or encountered a critical failure, leading to an immediate impact with the ground. The force of the crash resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. All three individuals on board sustained injuries in the event.

Findings

The specific technical or operational factors contributing to the loss of control have not been identified. As the cause is currently listed as unknown, no definitive conclusions regarding pilot error, mechanical failure, or environmental conditions can be drawn from the available information.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2 Aug 1924 Avro 504 accident near Manchester, United Kingdom?

An aircraft crashed immediately after departing the runway due to an undetermined cause. The incident resulted in injuries to all three occupants on board and the complete destruction of the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 2 Aug 1924 Avro 504 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2 Aug 1924 involved an Avro 504, registration G-EAZX, operated by Northern Aviation, at Manchester, United Kingdom.