What happened
The aircraft departed from RAF Coningsby to execute a scheduled mine-laying operation. During the approach to the German coastline under nighttime conditions, the plane came under attack from ground-based defenses. The machine was struck by German Flak fire and subsequently crashed onto Sylt Island. All four individuals on board perished in the incident.
Findings
Official investigations concluded that the loss of the aircraft was directly attributable to enemy anti-aircraft fire. The crew consisted of a pilot, an observer, a wireless operator, and an air gunner, all of whom were killed when the plane went down.