Avro 652 Anson crash, Dec 27, 1939 (4 killed), Stronsay O...
Avro 652 Anson accident on December 27, 1939 near Stronsay Orkney, United Kingdom with 4 fatalities. Cause: Engine failure..
- Date: December 27, 1939
- Aircraft: Avro 652 Anson
- Location: Stronsay Orkney, United Kingdom
- Fatalities: 4
- Phase of flight: En route
- Cause: Engine failure.
A Royal Air Force Anson on a maritime patrol off the Orkney Islands lost control after an engine failure and crashed, killing all four crew.