Avro 652 Anson crash, Nov 23, 1949, Kenley AFB Surrey
Avro 652 Anson accident on November 23, 1949 near Kenley AFB Surrey, United Kingdom with no fatalities. Cause: Engine failure during the initial climb..
- Date: November 23, 1949
- Aircraft: Avro 652 Anson
- Location: Kenley AFB Surrey, United Kingdom
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Engine failure during the initial climb.
An RAF Avro Anson PH840 went around from final approach at RAF Kenley. An engine failed during the initial climb, and the aircraft stalled and crashed. All three crew were injured and the aircraft was written off.