What happened
The incident involved an aircraft operating a maritime patrol mission originating from RAF Detling. During the initial climb phase, immediately following departure, the airframe experienced a stall. This loss of lift led to a crash where the machine subsequently caught fire.
The accident resulted in significant casualties for the flight crew. Four crew members were killed during the event, while a fifth individual sustained injuries. The source material lists specific ranks and roles for the personnel on board, including a pilot, an observer, a wireless operator, an air gunner, and a Leading Aircraftman, though no private names are repeated in this summary to maintain neutrality.
Findings
The immediate cause of the accident was identified as a stall occurring shortly after takeoff. The source text does not provide further detailed investigation findings or contributing factors beyond this initial mechanical failure during the climb-out phase.