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Training aircraft crash at RAF Finningley kills two (V4036)

Finningley AFB (Doncaster), United KingdomTakeoff (climb)

On September 21, 1941, an Avro 652 Anson (registration V4036) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Finningley AFB (Doncaster), United Kingdom during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of aircraft control shortly after takeoff in limited visibility conditions. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-04Data APIEditorial standards

A local training exercise at RAF Finningley ended in a fatal accident shortly after takeoff in limited visibility, resulting in the deaths of two crew members and one injury.

What happened

The incident occurred during a routine local training flight at RAF Finningley. The aircraft departed under conditions of restricted visibility, estimated to be approximately 150 yards. Shortly after lifting off, the airplane lost control and impacted a hangar on the airfield grounds. The crash resulted in significant casualties among the flight crew.

Findings

The accident claimed the lives of two individuals and left one person injured. The specific sequence leading to the loss of control was attributed to the challenging visual conditions present during the initial climb phase.

Probable cause

Loss of aircraft control shortly after takeoff in limited visibility conditions.

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