On May 29, 1938, an Avro 652 Anson (registration A4-27) operated by Royal Australian Air Force - RAAF was involved in an aviation accident near Sydney, Australia in flight. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft side-slipped into the ground during a turn, with no specific underlying cause identified by the investigation board. 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 near Liverpool during a bombing training mission for the 22nd Squadron, resulting in the deaths of all five crew members on board.
What happened
The incident occurred while the crew was conducting a bombing training mission over the Green Hills Bombing Range, situated near Liverpool. The aircraft was operating on behalf of the 22nd Squadron when it entered a turn. During this maneuver, the twin-engine machine lost control and descended to the ground. The impact resulted in the death of all five occupants aboard the aircraft.
Findings
The Investigation Board released its final report on 18 May 1939. The board concluded that no specific mechanical or operational cause could be identified for the loss of control. It was determined that the aircraft experienced a side-slip into the ground while executing a turn.
Probable cause
The aircraft side-slipped into the ground during a turn, with no specific underlying cause identified by the investigation board.
What happened in the 29 May 1938 Avro 652 Anson accident near Sydney, Australia?
A twin-engine aircraft crashed near Liverpool during a bombing training mission for the 22nd Squadron, resulting in the deaths of all five crew members on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 29 May 1938 Avro 652 Anson accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 29 May 1938 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration A4-27, operated by Royal Australian Air Force - RAAF, at Sydney, Australia.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft side-slipped into the ground during a turn, with no specific underlying cause identified by the investigation board.
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