On July 20, 1948, a Handley Page H.P.70 Halifax VIII (registration G-AJPJ) operated by Mayflower Air Services was involved in an aviation accident near Lod (לוֹד), Israel during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft stalled during final approach, likely exacerbated by engine failure and unauthorized entry into Israeli airspace. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft crashed short of the runway at Lod Airport during final approach after stalling. All three crew members survived, but the airframe was destroyed beyond repair.
What happened
During the final approach to Lod Airport, the aircraft experienced a stall and impacted the ground short of the runway threshold. The accident resulted in significant structural damage, rendering the airframe beyond repair. Fortunately, all three members of the crew survived the incident without sustaining injuries.
Findings
Investigations indicated that two engines were inoperative at the time of the crash, potentially due to fuel starvation. Additionally, Israeli authorities noted that the aircraft was operating on a delivery flight from the United Kingdom. It was determined that neither the crew nor the operator had obtained the necessary permission to land in Israel.
Probable cause
The aircraft stalled during final approach, likely exacerbated by engine failure and unauthorized entry into Israeli airspace.
What happened in the 20 Jul 1948 Handley Page H.P.70 Halifax VIII accident near Lod (לוֹד), Israel?
An aircraft crashed short of the runway at Lod Airport during final approach after stalling. All three crew members survived, but the airframe was destroyed beyond repair.
Were there any fatalities in the 20 Jul 1948 Handley Page H.P.70 Halifax VIII accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 20 Jul 1948 involved a Handley Page H.P.70 Halifax VIII, registration G-AJPJ, operated by Mayflower Air Services, at Lod (לוֹד), Israel.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft stalled during final approach, likely exacerbated by engine failure and unauthorized entry into Israeli airspace.
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