3 fatalities

Saint Clements Bay crash near Cardiff Airport (G-ACMP)

Cardiff, United KingdomTakeoff (climb)

On July 23, 1935, a De Havilland DH.84 Dragon (registration G-ACMP) operated by Jersey Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Cardiff, United Kingdom during takeoff. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft stalled and crashed into a muddy area between the Bristol Channel and the shore shortly after takeoff from Cardiff Airport. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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

A twin-engine aircraft named Saint Clements Bay stalled shortly after takeoff from Cardiff Airport, crashing into a muddy area between the Bristol Channel and the shore. Three people were killed and five others were injured in the accident.

What happened

The incident occurred immediately following departure from Cardiff Airport. While the aircraft was in the climb phase, it experienced a stall shortly after takeoff. The twin-engine plane, identified by the name Saint Clements Bay, subsequently crashed into a muddy region situated between the Bristol Channel and the shoreline.

The accident resulted in significant loss of life and injuries among the occupants. Three individuals lost their lives in the crash, while five other people on board sustained injuries. The pilot and two passengers were confirmed as fatalities.

Findings

The source material does not provide specific technical findings or a detailed list of contributing factors beyond the immediate mechanical event of the stall during climb-out. The accident is characterized primarily by the loss of control shortly after departure, leading to a ground impact in a wet, muddy environment near the coast.

Probable cause

The aircraft stalled and crashed into a muddy area between the Bristol Channel and the shore shortly after takeoff from Cardiff Airport.