Avro 683 Lancaster crash, Dec 30, 1952 (4 killed), Luqa
Avro 683 Lancaster accident on December 30, 1952 near Luqa, Malta with 4 fatalities. Cause: Engine failure after takeoff.
- Date: December 30, 1952
- Aircraft: Avro 683 Lancaster
- Location: Luqa, Malta
- Fatalities: 4
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Engine failure after takeoff
Avro Lancaster ASR.III SW344 of No. 37 Squadron RAF crashed shortly after takeoff from Luqa, Malta, on 30 December 1952. It struck houses in the neighbourhood next to the airfield, and three of the four crew were killed.