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.
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.
What happened in the 17 Sept 1926 Avro 504 accident near Yeovil-Westland, United Kingdom?
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.
Were there any fatalities in the 17 Sept 1926 Avro 504 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 17 Sept 1926 involved an Avro 504, registration G-EBFW, operated by Surrey Flying Services, at Yeovil-Westland, United Kingdom.
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