I am researching my Fathers Uncles plane crash , which happened on January 19th 1940. He was a leading Aircarftsman and was on a Avro Anson N5050 of No 502 Squadron, which crashed in the Rhyl/Prestatyn area. I have found out that it carshed in a possible snow storm and that an ambulance took 7 hours to reach the crash site due to the snow
What I am trying to find out is what would have happened to the wreckage and how do I go about finding the site of the crash, as I would love my Father to visit if possible, as the were very close when my Dad was young.
Jon, Coastal Command Losses, (Ross McNeill) gives that the aircraft spun in onto the foreshore approx 4 miles East of Rhyl. You could also try requesting a copy of AM Form 1180 from the RAF Museum, this may give a location. I also note from C C Losses that H.C.Moorby and R. Beattie were involved in another incident on 02/01/40, when they were on board Anson N5234, which crashed on take-off. Alan.
I'm conducting an investigation too at the moment. Some things I found useful:
1. The AHB may keep a form 765c which apparently relates to non-war related crashes - you may see a serial number of this on the 1180. This form may have much more detail. (I've not got mine yet - may not exist) 2. Look for the ORB for the plane and the home airfield - these will be held at the National Archives at KEW, but you will probably have to go there yourself 3. Investigate all the crew - other crew members relatives may have already done a lot of the leg work for you 4. Talk to the local community via web sites or vist the library - I've found a 90 year old witness to my crash
Sorry if I've used abbreviations etc - but these can all be Googled!
Good Luck
James
-- Edited by jamesinnewcastle on Wednesday 10th of November 2010 07:42:02 AM
