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Fatal Engine Failure During Initial Climb from Hendon Airfield (VM327)

Hendon, United KingdomTakeoff (climb)

On November 21, 1952, an Avro 652 Anson (registration VM327) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Hendon, United Kingdom during takeoff. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

A three-crew aircraft crashed into a wooded area shortly after takeoff from Hendon Airfield due to a right engine failure, resulting in the deaths of all occupants.

Incident Overview and Immediate Aftermath<br><br>Following takeoff from Hendon Airfield, the aircraft experienced a critical mechanical issue during its initial climb phase. The flight crew immediately notified ground control that the right engine had failed. In response to the emergency, the crew elected to return to the airfield for an emergency landing.<br><br>## Crash Sequence and Casualties<br><br>Despite the crew's decision to return, the aircraft was unable to maintain sufficient altitude. It subsequently lost height and struck the tops of trees before ultimately crashing into a wooded area. The impact resulted in the fatalities of all three crew members aboard the aircraft.

Probable cause

Engine failure
Engine failure

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