Handley Page H.P.67 Hastings crash, Apr 12, 1951, Negombo...
Handley Page H.P.67 Hastings accident on April 12, 1951 near Negombo Western Province, Sri Lanka with no fatalities.
- Date: April 12, 1951
- Aircraft: Handley Page H.P.67 Hastings
- Location: Negombo Western Province, Sri Lanka
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
The Hastings slid after touchdown at RAF Negombo, its left main landing gear failed, and it veered left off the runway, losing its left wing. All four crew were unhurt, but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.