No fatalities

Prototype Test Flight Crash During Landing (G-AAFG)

Bristol-Filton, United KingdomLanding (descent or approach)

On February 2, 1931, a Bristol 110 (registration G-AAFG) operated by Bristol Aeroplane Company was involved in an aviation accident near Bristol-Filton, United Kingdom during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-04Data APIEditorial standards

A sole pilot suffered minor injuries when a new prototype aircraft lost control during landing after a local test flight, resulting in total loss of the airframe and the abandonment of the project.

What happened

The incident involved a new prototype aircraft operating under the control of a single pilot. The flight was conducted as a local test mission to evaluate the capabilities of this experimental model. During the final phase of the operation, specifically upon landing, the aircraft experienced a loss of control. This event led directly to a crash sequence that resulted in significant structural damage to the airframe.

Following the impact, the pilot successfully evacuated from the wreckage. The individual sustained minor injuries and did not suffer life-threatening harm. However, the physical condition of the machine was assessed as being damaged beyond repair, rendering it unserviceable for any further operations.

Findings

The immediate consequence of this accident was the termination of the associated development program. Due to the severity of the damage and the circumstances surrounding the loss of control during landing, the project was officially abandoned. No further details regarding specific mechanical failures or environmental factors were provided in the available records.