No fatalities

Engine failure during go-around leads to aircraft crash (PH840)

Kenley AFB, United KingdomTakeoff (climb)

On November 23, 1949, an Avro 652 Anson (registration PH840) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Kenley AFB, United Kingdom during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The engine failed during the initial climb phase of a go-around, leading to an aerodynamic stall. 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.

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An aircraft experienced an engine failure during a climb following a missed approach, resulting in a stall and subsequent crash.

What happened

During the final approach phase of the flight, the pilot in command initiated a go-around procedure. As the aircraft began its initial climb, one of the engines ceased to function properly. This loss of power led to an aerodynamic stall, causing the aircraft to descend and crash at the site.

There were no fatalities reported in the accident; however, all three crew members sustained injuries during the impact. The aircraft was determined to be a total loss following the event.

Findings

Investigations into the accident concluded that the primary factor contributing to the crash was an engine failure occurring during the transition from approach to climb.

Probable cause

The engine failed during the initial climb phase of a go-around, leading to an aerodynamic stall.