Avro 652 Anson crash, Oct 4, 1947 (6 killed), Ambavalao F...
Avro 652 Anson accident on October 4, 1947 near Ambavalao Fianarantsoa Province, Madagascar with 6 fatalities.
- Date: October 4, 1947
- Aircraft: Avro 652 Anson
- Location: Ambavalao Fianarantsoa Province, Madagascar
- Fatalities: 6
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
A French Air Force Avro Anson (KN881) on a reconnaissance flight took off from Ambavalao and had to circle over the town to gain height. After crossing the first mountainous terrain it struck a rocky ridge and crashed. Six people were killed and one crew member was seriously injured.