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Single-engine stall after takeoff at Yeovil-Westland Airport (G-EBFW)

Yeovil-Westland, United KingdomTakeoff (climb)

On September 17, 1926, an Avro 504 (registration G-EBFW) operated by Surrey Flying Services was involved in an aviation accident near Yeovil-Westland, United Kingdom during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-04Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft stalled during climb-out from Yeovil-Westland Airport and crashed into a field in Mudford, resulting in injuries to all three occupants.

What happened

The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft departed Yeovil-Westland Airport. While in the climb phase of flight, the single-engine machine experienced a stall. The loss of lift caused the aircraft to descend rapidly and impact the ground in an open field located in Mudford, approximately two kilometers south of the airfield. The crash resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. All three individuals on board sustained injuries during the accident.

Findings

The source material does not provide specific details regarding the contributing factors or the final conclusions of any investigation into this event.

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