No fatalities

Cargo Flight Engine Failure Leads to Emergency Field Landing Near Aarhus (OY-DYC)

Grenå, DenmarkLanding (descent or approach)

On February 16, 1956, an Avro 652 Anson (registration OY-DYC) operated by CATS was involved in an aviation accident near Grenå, Denmark during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A cargo aircraft suffered an engine failure while approaching Aarhus-Tirstrup Airport from the north. The crew made an emergency landing in a field in Grenå, about 20 km northeast of the airfield. Both pilots evacuated, and the aircraft was written off.

Incident Overview and Flight Details A cargo flight operating from Odense to Aarhus experienced an engine failure during its approach to Aarhus-Tirstrup Airport. The aircraft was on final approach from the north when the failure occurred. ## Emergency Response and Outcome Following the engine failure, the crew attempted an emergency landing in a field located in Grenå, approximately 20 kilometers northeast of the airfield. Both pilots successfully evacuated the aircraft. The aircraft was subsequently written off due to the incident. ## Official Findings The official investigation identified the probable cause of the incident as an engine failure.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Feb 1956 Avro 652 Anson accident near Grenå, Denmark?

A cargo aircraft suffered an engine failure while approaching Aarhus-Tirstrup Airport from the north. The crew made an emergency landing in a field in Grenå, about 20 km northeast of the airfield. Both pilots evacuated, and the aircraft was written off.

Were there any fatalities in the 16 Feb 1956 Avro 652 Anson accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Feb 1956 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration OY-DYC, operated by CATS, at Grenå, Denmark.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure.