Miles M.57 Aerovan crash, Jun 14, 1947 (1 killed), Croydo...
Miles M.57 Aerovan accident on June 14, 1947 near Croydon Surrey, United Kingdom with 1 fatality. Cause: Aircraft overloaded, about 446 lb over maximum...
- Date: June 14, 1947
- Aircraft: Miles M.57 Aerovan
- Location: Croydon Surrey, United Kingdom
- Fatalities: 1
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Aircraft overloaded, about 446 lb over maximum permitted weight, with inexperienced pilot on type
A North Sea Air Transport Miles Aerovan carrying racing pigeons failed to gain height after takeoff from Croydon on 14 June 1947 and its port wing struck a tree. One person died in the crash.