On September 9, 1943, an Avro 652 Anson (registration LV152) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Trefor, United Kingdom in flight. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Collision with a transporter cable during a low-level coastal maneuver between the shore and an industrial structure. 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.
An RAF Anson crashed into the sea after striking a transporter cable while flying between the shore and a quarry hopper. Three crew members were killed and three others injured.
What happened
The aircraft was conducting a gunnery exercise departing from RAF Mona. While navigating along the coastline, the pilot attempted to pass through a narrow gap between the shoreline and a large industrial hopper associated with the Granite Quarry on the slopes of Gyrn Ddu. This facility utilized a transporter cable system to link the quarry to a jetty, supporting vehicle transport from mine workings located above the village.
During this maneuver, the Anson collided with the overhead cable. The impact caused the aircraft to lose control immediately. It subsequently crashed into the sea approximately 100 yards offshore. The accident resulted in three fatalities and left three other crew members injured.
Probable cause
Collision with a transporter cable during a low-level coastal maneuver between the shore and an industrial structure.
What happened in the 9 Sept 1943 Avro 652 Anson accident near Trefor, United Kingdom?
An RAF Anson crashed into the sea after striking a transporter cable while flying between the shore and a quarry hopper. Three crew members were killed and three others injured.
Were there any fatalities in the 9 Sept 1943 Avro 652 Anson accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Sept 1943 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration LV152, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Trefor, United Kingdom.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Collision with a transporter cable during a low-level coastal maneuver between the shore and an industrial structure.
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