On July 21, 1937, an Avro 652 Anson (registration K6313) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Tangmere AFB, 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 maritime patrol aircraft overran the runway at RAF Tangmere after a long landing. All four crew members evacuated safely, but the airframe was destroyed.
What happened
The incident occurred during the return leg of a maritime patrol mission to RAF Tangmere. The twin-engine aircraft touched down significantly further down the runway than intended. Due to this extended landing distance, the airplane failed to stop before the end of the available pavement. Consequently, the airframe overran the runway and came to rest off the surface.
All four members of the crew from the 217th Squadron managed to evacuate the aircraft safely. Despite the successful evacuation, the structural damage sustained during the overrun rendered the aircraft beyond repair.
What happened in the 21 Jul 1937 Avro 652 Anson accident near Tangmere AFB, United Kingdom?
A twin-engine maritime patrol aircraft overran the runway at RAF Tangmere after a long landing. All four crew members evacuated safely, but the airframe was destroyed.
Were there any fatalities in the 21 Jul 1937 Avro 652 Anson accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 21 Jul 1937 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration K6313, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Tangmere AFB, United Kingdom.
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