Potez 540 crash, May 10, 1938 (5 killed), Lyon Rhône
Potez 540 accident on May 10, 1938 near Lyon Rhône, France with 5 fatalities. Cause: Severe downdraft during final approach.
- Date: May 10, 1938
- Aircraft: Potez 540
- Location: Lyon Rhône, France
- Fatalities: 5
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
- Cause: Severe downdraft during final approach
On final approach to Lyon Bron during a Reconnaissance Group I/55 training flight, the Potez 540 was caught in a severe downdraft and crashed in flames. All five crew on board were killed.