3 fatalities

Bomber shot down over Albania

Vlorë, AlbaniaFlight

On December 29, 1940, a Bristol 142 Blenheim operated by Hellenic Air Force - Elleniki Polemiki Aeroporia was involved in an aviation accident near Vlorë, Albania in flight. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was shot down by an Italian fighter during a military engagement. 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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A bomber was intercepted and destroyed by an Italian fighter aircraft, resulting in the crash of the plane near Vlorë and the death of all three crew members.

What happened

During a military engagement, a bomber came under attack from opposing forces. The aircraft was targeted by an Italian fighter pilot who successfully engaged the target. Following the interception, the bomber lost control and crashed in the vicinity of Vlorë. There were no survivors in this incident; all three individuals on board the aircraft perished in the crash.

Findings

Official investigations confirmed that the primary cause of the accident was combat action. The aircraft was shot down by an Italian fighter, leading directly to its destruction and the loss of life.

Probable cause

The aircraft was shot down by an Italian fighter during a military engagement.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Dec 1940 Bristol 142 Blenheim accident near Vlorë, Albania?

A bomber was intercepted and destroyed by an Italian fighter aircraft, resulting in the crash of the plane near Vlorë and the death of all three crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Dec 1940 Bristol 142 Blenheim accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Dec 1940 involved a Bristol 142 Blenheim, operated by Hellenic Air Force - Elleniki Polemiki Aeroporia, at Vlorë, Albania.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was shot down by an Italian fighter during a military engagement.