Fatal training accident during approach

2 fatalities • Watton AFB, United Kingdom • Landing (descent or approach)

A training flight resulted in two fatalities after an aircraft stalled and crashed into a field during a go-around maneuver.

What happened

During a local training mission, the crew was performing maneuvers with one engine intentionally shut down. While the aircraft was on its final approach, the pilot-in-command initiated a go-around procedure. During this transition, the flight crew lost control of the aircraft, which subsequently entered a stall.

The resulting impact occurred in a nearby field. The accident resulted in two fatalities among the crew members, while three other occupants sustained injuries during the crash.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating with one engine voluntarily inoperative for training purposes.
  • Loss of control leading to an aerodynamic stall was the primary factor in the accident sequence.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall and subsequently crashed after the pilot attempted a go-around while operating with one engine inoperative.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1952-07-16 Avro 652 Anson accident near Watton AFB, United Kingdom?

A training flight resulted in two fatalities after an aircraft stalled and crashed into a field during a go-around maneuver.

Were there any fatalities in the 1952-07-16 Avro 652 Anson accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1952-07-16 involved a Avro 652 Anson, registration VM381, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Watton AFB, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall and subsequently crashed after the pilot attempted a go-around while operating with one engine inoperative.

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