Aircraft accident at Le Touquet Airport

No fatalities • Le Touquet, France • Takeoff (climb)

A previously damaged aircraft crashed during takeoff at Le Touquet Airport in 1950, resulting in no injuries but significant structural damage.

What happened

On an unspecified date in 1950, an aircraft was involved in a crash during the takeoff phase at Le Touquet Airport. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair. Despite the severity of the wreckage, both occupants on board escaped the incident without any injuries.

This particular airframe had a history of prior incidents throughout the year. Earlier, on February 6, 1950, the aircraft experienced an engine failure while flying over the English Channel. This mechanical issue led to a wheels-up landing near Cranbrook, Kent, which caused initial damage to the plane. Additionally, the aircraft was involved in another accident near Boulogne, France, on November 18, 1950.

Findings

The specific reason for the crash at Le Touquet Airport remains unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1950-12-11 Avro 652 Anson accident near Le Touquet, France?

A previously damaged aircraft crashed during takeoff at Le Touquet Airport in 1950, resulting in no injuries but significant structural damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 1950-12-11 Avro 652 Anson accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1950-12-11 involved a Avro 652 Anson, registration VH-BDX, operated by Private Australia, at Le Touquet, France.

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