On December 2, 1940, an Avro 652 Anson (registration K6242) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Stornoway, United Kingdom during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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 involved in a supply operation crashed while landing at Stornoway Airport, resulting in total loss of the airframe. Both crew members survived the incident without injury.
What happened
During the execution of a scheduled supply mission, a twin engine aircraft encountered difficulties upon approach to Stornoway Airport. The plane crashed during the landing phase and sustained damage that rendered it beyond repair. Despite the severity of the impact on the airframe, both members of the crew escaped the accident without sustaining any injuries.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical details regarding the mechanical or environmental factors contributing to the crash. It confirms only that the aircraft was destroyed and that the personnel involved remained uninjured.
What happened in the 2 Dec 1940 Avro 652 Anson accident near Stornoway, United Kingdom?
A twin-engine aircraft involved in a supply operation crashed while landing at Stornoway Airport, resulting in total loss of the airframe. Both crew members survived the incident without injury.
Were there any fatalities in the 2 Dec 1940 Avro 652 Anson accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 2 Dec 1940 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration K6242, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Stornoway, United Kingdom.
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