De Havilland DH.84 Dragon crash, Aug 31, 1946, Wewak Sand...
De Havilland DH.84 Dragon accident on August 31, 1946 near Wewak Sandaun (West Sepik), Papua New Guinea with no fatalities.
- Date: August 31, 1946
- Aircraft: De Havilland DH.84 Dragon
- Location: Wewak Sandaun (West Sepik), Papua New Guinea
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
Shortly after takeoff from Wewak the right engine lost power and failed. The pilot turned towards a beach to attempt an emergency landing but struck a coconut palm and crashed. The pilot was injured, five passengers were unhurt, and the Dragon was damaged beyond repair.