Flamingo R2764

[Brian]

Hi guys

Note sure if this question has been previously asked, but do we know what caused Flamingo R2764 to 'explode' in the air on 30 April 1942? Amongst its passengers were four Russian officers. Sabotage?

Cheers

Brian

[Col Bruggy]

Brian,

Topic was discussed here:

http://www.rafcommands.com/forum/sho...rmen-30-4-1942

Col.

[Brian]

Thanks Col

However, no details re cause of the aircraft to break-up!

What did the accident report conclude?

Cheers
Brian

[Leendert]

Brian,

Perhaps this link may give the info you're looking for: http://www.yorkshire-aircraft.co.uk/...k42/r2764.html

Here it is written that an engine problem and fire caused the crash.

Regards,

Leendert

[Leendert]

Brian,

Even more info here: http://www.theflamingocrash.co.uk/?p=304

Regards,

Leendert

[Brian]

Hi Leendert

Many thanks indeed - that seems pretty final!

Cheers

Brian