On February 6, 1945, a Consolidated B-24 Liberator (registration KL386) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Hamilton-Kindley Field, Bermuda during takeoff. 5 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.
An airplane experienced a stall shortly after takeoff, striking an embankment and crashing in a fire that killed all five crew members on board.
What happened
The aircraft completed a relatively short takeoff roll before lifting off the runway. Immediately following departure from the ground, the plane struggled to gain altitude. This lack of vertical performance led to an aerodynamic stall. As a result of the stall, the aircraft descended and impacted an embankment near the flight path. The collision caused the airframe to break apart and ignite, resulting in a post-crash fire.
Findings
The incident resulted in the death of all five crew members on board. No specific contributing factors or investigation conclusions are provided in the available source material.
What happened in the 6 Feb 1945 Consolidated B-24 Liberator accident near Hamilton-Kindley Field, Bermuda?
An airplane experienced a stall shortly after takeoff, striking an embankment and crashing in a fire that killed all five crew members on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 6 Feb 1945 Consolidated B-24 Liberator accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 6 Feb 1945 involved a Consolidated B-24 Liberator, registration KL386, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Hamilton-Kindley Field, Bermuda.
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