On September 18, 1947, a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide (registration G-AJSJ) operated by Franco-British Commercial & Industrial Company was involved in an aviation accident near Tunis, Tunisia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A delivery flight crashed shortly after takeoff from Tunis, resulting in the destruction of the aircraft and injuries to both crew members en route to Antananarivo.
What happened
The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft departed Tunis on a delivery mission. The airplane, which had been christened 'Tamatave', was operating from Croydon with the destination of Antananarivo for delivery to Air Madagascar. During the initial climb phase following takeoff, the aircraft crashed. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. Both members of the flight crew sustained injuries in the accident.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical findings or a detailed investigation report regarding the mechanical or operational causes of the crash. It confirms only that the aircraft was destroyed and that both crew members were injured during this delivery flight.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 18 Sept 1947 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident near Tunis, Tunisia?
A delivery flight crashed shortly after takeoff from Tunis, resulting in the destruction of the aircraft and injuries to both crew members en route to Antananarivo.
Were there any fatalities in the 18 Sept 1947 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 18 Sept 1947 involved a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide, registration G-AJSJ, operated by Franco-British Commercial & Industrial Company, at Tunis, Tunisia.
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