On March 13, 1941, an Avro 652 Anson (registration N9652) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Bond Head, Canada in flight. 3 people were killed. 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.
Two twin-engine aircraft collided during a formation training flight near Bond Head, resulting in the deaths of all seven crew members aboard both planes.
What happened
A twin-engine airplane departed RCAF Camp Borden for a routine training mission with three personnel on board. During the flight, while maintaining formation, the aircraft struck a second Avro Anson registered N9595, which was carrying four crew members. The impact caused both airplanes to lose control and descend rapidly into a field in Bond Head. All seven individuals aboard the two aircrafts were killed in the crash.
Findings
The incident involved a mid-air collision during a formation exercise. The source material does not provide specific technical findings or contributing factors beyond the description of the event.
What happened in the 13 Mar 1941 Avro 652 Anson accident near Bond Head, Canada?
Two twin-engine aircraft collided during a formation training flight near Bond Head, resulting in the deaths of all seven crew members aboard both planes.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 Mar 1941 Avro 652 Anson accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 Mar 1941 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration N9652, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Bond Head, Canada.
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