On January 30, 1943, an Avro 652 Anson (registration L7964) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Great Kimble, United Kingdom in flight. 4 people were killed. 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 twin-engine aircraft crashed into an open field near Great Kimble during a night training sortie from RAF Cranage, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members.
What happened
During a night training sortie departing from RAF Cranage, the flight encountered deteriorating weather conditions. The twin-engine aircraft subsequently crashed into an open field located in Great Kimble. The specific technical or operational reasons for the impact remain unknown. All four individuals on board were killed in the accident.
Findings
The incident resulted in a total of four fatalities. The crew consisted of three pilots and one wireless operator/air gunner. While poor weather was noted as a condition encountered prior to the crash, no definitive causal factor has been established in the available records.
What happened in the 30 Jan 1943 Avro 652 Anson accident near Great Kimble, United Kingdom?
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into an open field near Great Kimble during a night training sortie from RAF Cranage, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members.
Were there any fatalities in the 30 Jan 1943 Avro 652 Anson accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 30 Jan 1943 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration L7964, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Great Kimble, United Kingdom.
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