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Crash of an Avro 652 Anson I in Port Albert

Date & Time: Dec 28, 1942
Type of aircraft:
Operator:
Registration:
K8760
Flight Type:
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Port Albert - Port Albert
Country:
Crew on board:
5
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
On final approach to Port Albert, the twin engine aircraft hit the ground short of runway threshold. The undercarriage were sheared off and the aircraft slid for several yards before coming to rest. While all five crew members were unhurt, the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.