Avro 652 Anson crash, Apr 1, 1938 (2 killed), Howwood Ren...
Avro 652 Anson accident on April 1, 1938 near Howwood Renfrewshire, United Kingdom with 2 fatalities. Cause: Pilot disorientation in cloud and descent...
- Date: April 1, 1938
- Aircraft: Avro 652 Anson
- Location: Howwood Renfrewshire, United Kingdom
- Fatalities: 2
- Phase of flight: En route
- Cause: Pilot disorientation in cloud and descent too low
The RAF Anson was on a training flight from Abbotsinch and was flying at low height in thick cloud. It struck a hill at Whittlemoor Dam near Howwood and was destroyed, killing both crew of 269 Squadron.