Supermarine Channel I/II crash, Jul 12, 1920, Horten Vest...
Supermarine Channel I/II accident on July 12, 1920 near Horten Vestfold, Norway with no fatalities. Cause: Sharp turn after take off in strong headwind...
- Date: July 12, 1920
- Aircraft: Supermarine Channel I/II
- Location: Horten Vestfold, Norway
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Sharp turn after take off in strong headwind and waves, according to a passenger's account
The Royal Norwegian Navy Supermarine Channel F.38 was flying the first airmail flight from Horten to Christiania (Oslo) on 12 July 1920. The aircraft capsized after takeoff from Christiania, and all three occupants were rescued.