On January 26, 1949, an Avro 652 Anson (registration VP-KDI) operated by African Air Cars was involved in an aviation accident near Tanga, Tanzania during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Following a landing at Tanga Airport, a tire failure caused the aircraft to leave the runway and come to rest in a grassy area. The sole occupant was uninjured, but the airframe sustained irreparable damage.
What happened
The incident occurred after the aircraft completed its touchdown at Tanga Airport. During this phase of flight, a tire burst, leading to a loss of directional control. As a result, the machine veered off the paved runway surface and eventually came to rest in an adjacent grassy area.
The pilot was the only person on board at the time of the event. Despite the severity of the deviation from the runway, the individual remained unhurt. However, the structural integrity of the airframe was compromised significantly during the excursion, resulting in damage that rendered the aircraft beyond repair.
What happened in the 26 Jan 1949 Avro 652 Anson accident near Tanga, Tanzania?
Following a landing at Tanga Airport, a tire failure caused the aircraft to leave the runway and come to rest in a grassy area. The sole occupant was uninjured, but the airframe sustained irreparable damage.
Were there any fatalities in the 26 Jan 1949 Avro 652 Anson accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 26 Jan 1949 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration VP-KDI, operated by African Air Cars, at Tanga, Tanzania.
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