Lockheed L-414 Hudson crash, May 31, 1943, Kirkbride AFB...
Lockheed L-414 Hudson accident on May 31, 1943 near Kirkbride AFB Cumbria, United Kingdom with no fatalities. Cause: Strong crosswinds during the...
- Date: May 31, 1943
- Aircraft: Lockheed L-414 Hudson
- Location: Kirkbride AFB Cumbria, United Kingdom
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Strong crosswinds during the initial climb.
A RAF Lockheed Hudson (V9197) was caught by strong crosswinds shortly after takeoff from Kirkbride AFB, Cumbria, on 31 May 1943. It nosed down and crashed in a field. Both pilots were injured.