On November 11, 1943, a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide (registration X7368) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Cranfield, United Kingdom during landing or approach. 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.
A mid-air collision occurred on final approach to RAF Cranfield involving a DH.89 Dominie I and an RAF Bristol Beaufighter, resulting in the deaths of all eight occupants.
What happened
During final approach to RAF Cranfield, a twin-engine aircraft collided with an RAF Bristol Beaufighter registered R2252. The Beaufighter was carrying a crew of three at the time of the incident. Following the mid-air collision, both aircraft lost control and dove into the ground. They crashed in flames in a field located a few hundred yards short of the runway threshold. All eight occupants across both aircraft were killed in the accident.
The DH.89 Dominie I was carrying five personnel: one pilot and four passengers. The Beaufighter carried three crew members, including two pilots and one other airman. No survivors were reported from either aircraft.
What happened in the 11 Nov 1943 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident near Cranfield, United Kingdom?
A mid-air collision occurred on final approach to RAF Cranfield involving a DH.89 Dominie I and an RAF Bristol Beaufighter, resulting in the deaths of all eight occupants.
Were there any fatalities in the 11 Nov 1943 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 11 Nov 1943 involved a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide, registration X7368, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Cranfield, United Kingdom.
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