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Crash of a Bristol 142 Blenheim IV in Crécy-en-Ponthieu

Date & Time: May 19, 1940
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Registration:
L9191
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Survivors:
Yes
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Crew on board:
3
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
Crashed upon takeoff from Crécy-en-Ponthieu Airfield. All three crew members were injured.
Crew:
F/L R. G. Wheldon, pilot,
Sgt A. E. Craig, observer,
Sgt G. Hawkins, wireless operator and air gunner.