No fatalities

Runway excursion during takeoff results in total loss (G-AGED)

Glasgow, United KingdomTakeoff (climb)

On February 2, 1943, a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide (registration G-AGED) operated by Scottish Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Glasgow, United Kingdom during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft veered off the runway during its takeoff roll, striking a perimeter fence. All six occupants sustained minor injuries while the airframe was destroyed.

What happened

During the initial phase of the takeoff run, the aircraft experienced a loss of directional control. The plane swerved unexpectedly and veered off the paved surface of the runway. It continued moving until it collided with the airport's perimeter fence, at which point it came to a complete stop.

The impact resulted in significant structural damage to the airframe, rendering it damaged beyond repair. Despite the severity of the crash, all six individuals on board escaped the wreckage. Each occupant sustained only minor injuries and did not require emergency medical evacuation for life-threatening conditions.