Crash of a Bristol 130 Bombay I in Sedada
Date & Time:
Jan 19, 1943
Operator:
Registration:
L5841
Survivors:
Yes
Crew on board:
0
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
During the take off roll, a tyre burst. Severe vibrations caused the undercarriage to collapse and the aircraft slid on runway before coming to rest. While all occupants escaped unhurt, the aircraft was considered as damaged beyond repair.
Probable cause:
Tyre burst on take off.
