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230th Squadron seaplane crashes in Tveraa Fjord during rescue mission (PP155)

Vágar, Faroe IslandsLanding (descent or approach)

On October 23, 1954, a Short S.25 Sunderland (registration PP155) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near Vágar, Faroe Islands during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The seaplane capsized and sank after being struck by a squall upon touching the water. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

Four crewmen of the 230th Squadron lost their lives when their seaplane capsized and sank after being struck by a squall while attempting to land in Tveraa Fjord, Faroe Island, to pick up a critically ill British seaman.

Incident

A seaplane of the 230th Squadron crashed while attempting to alight in Tveraa Fjord in the Faroe Island. The aircraft was on a mission to pick up a critically ill British seaman and transport him to a hospital in Scotland. Upon touching the water, the seaplane capsized and sank almost immediately. Four crewmen lost their lives in the accident.

Crew

The crew consisted of F/Lt J. R. Hill, F/O A. A. Howardson, Sgt A. S. Cronk, F/S E. Davies, S/L E. C. Bennett, and F/Lt J. S. M. Jones.

Cause

It is believed that the flying boat was struck by a squall just as it touched the water, causing it to capsize and sink.

Probable cause

The seaplane capsized and sank after being struck by a squall upon touching the water.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Oct 1954 Short S.25 Sunderland accident near Vágar, Faroe Islands?

Four crewmen of the 230th Squadron lost their lives when their seaplane capsized and sank after being struck by a squall while attempting to land in Tveraa Fjord, Faroe Island, to pick up a critically ill British seaman.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Oct 1954 Short S.25 Sunderland accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Oct 1954 involved a Short S.25 Sunderland, registration PP155, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at Vágar, Faroe Islands.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The seaplane capsized and sank after being struck by a squall upon touching the water.

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