2 fatalities

Fatal crash near Shipton-under-Wychwood due to loss of control in poor weather (L7929)

Shipton-under-Wychwood, United KingdomFlight

On September 30, 1938, an Avro 652 Anson (registration L7929) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Shipton-under-Wychwood, United Kingdom in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control resulting from poor weather 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

An aircraft crashed northwest of Oxford while operating in adverse meteorological conditions. The pilot and co-pilot were killed when the crew lost command of the machine.

What happened

The incident occurred during a flight conducted in poor weather conditions. While navigating through these adverse environments, the crew encountered difficulties that led to a complete loss of control over the aircraft. The plane subsequently crashed in the vicinity of Shipton-under-Wychwood, located northwest of Oxford. Both individuals on board were killed in the accident.

Findings

The primary factor cited in the event was the operational environment at the time of the crash. The crew's inability to maintain command of the aircraft is directly attributed to the challenging meteorological circumstances present during the flight phase.

Probable cause

Loss of control resulting from poor weather conditions