On February 2, 1940, an Avro 652 Anson (registration N5199) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Blyth, United Kingdom in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Simultaneous engine failure resulting from fuel exhaustion. 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.
A maritime patrol plane lost both engines due to fuel exhaustion while operating off the British coast. The crew successfully ditched near Blyth, and all four personnel were rescued by a minesweeper.
What happened
During a routine maritime patrol mission conducted off the British coast, the aircraft experienced a total loss of power when both engines failed simultaneously. Facing an imminent crash, the pilot executed a controlled ditching maneuver approximately 10 kilometers from Blyth. The airframe remained afloat for roughly 45 minutes before submerging completely. All four members of the crew were subsequently recovered safely by personnel aboard a nearby minesweeper.
Findings
The official investigation determined that the incident resulted from fuel exhaustion, which directly led to the simultaneous failure of both engines.
Probable cause
Simultaneous engine failure resulting from fuel exhaustion.
What happened in the 2 Feb 1940 Avro 652 Anson accident near Blyth, United Kingdom?
A maritime patrol plane lost both engines due to fuel exhaustion while operating off the British coast. The crew successfully ditched near Blyth, and all four personnel were rescued by a minesweeper.
Were there any fatalities in the 2 Feb 1940 Avro 652 Anson accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 2 Feb 1940 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration N5199, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Blyth, United Kingdom.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Simultaneous engine failure resulting from fuel exhaustion.
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