RAF Millom to RAF Jurby aircraft accident near Ramsey

4 fatalities • Ramsey, United Kingdom • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine military aircraft crashed in a field near Ramsey during a flight between RAF Millom and RAF Jurby, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members.

What happened

During a flight transitioning from RAF Millom to RAF Jurby, a twin engine aircraft encountered heavy mist. While navigating through these low-visibility conditions, the aircraft went down in a field situated in the vicinity of Ramsey.

All four fatalities occurred during the impact, as there were no survivors among the crew members on board. The incident took place while the aircraft was in transit between the two specified military airfields.

Findings

  • The presence of misty weather conditions at the time of the accident.
  • The crash occurred in a field near Ramsey during the flight phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed due to encountering misty weather conditions during its flight between RAF Millom and RAF Jurby.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1953-09-05 Avro 652 Anson accident near Ramsey, United Kingdom?

A twin-engine military aircraft crashed in a field near Ramsey during a flight between RAF Millom and RAF Jurby, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1953-09-05 Avro 652 Anson accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1953-09-05 involved a Avro 652 Anson, registration VM418, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Ramsey, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed due to encountering misty weather conditions during its flight between RAF Millom and RAF Jurby.

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