No fatalities

Twin-Engine Aircraft Crashes Near RAF Syerston During Emergency Landing (WB455)

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On January 15, 1953, an Avro 652 Anson (registration WB455) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Syerston AFB, United Kingdom in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of radio aids. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a field near RAF Syerston after losing radio aids in poor weather. Both occupants were unhurt, but the airplane was damaged beyond repair.

Incident Overview During a cruise in poor weather conditions, the crew of a twin-engine aircraft lost radio aids. The loss of navigation support prompted the crew to attempt an emergency landing. The aircraft subsequently crashed in a field located near the RAF Syerston. ## Outcome Both occupants were reported unhurt following the crash. The airplane sustained damage beyond repair. The official investigation identified the loss of radio aids as the probable cause of the accident. No specific aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or location beyond the field near RAF Syerston was provided in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Jan 1953 Avro 652 Anson accident near Syerston AFB, United Kingdom?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a field near RAF Syerston after losing radio aids in poor weather. Both occupants were unhurt, but the airplane was damaged beyond repair.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Jan 1953 Avro 652 Anson accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Jan 1953 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration WB455, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Syerston AFB, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Loss of radio aids