Central Aircraft Company

Safety profile and incident history for Central Aircraft Company.

Safety Score

9.9/10

Total Incidents

4

Total Fatalities

6

Recent Incidents

Central Centaur IIA

Northolt AFB London Metropolis

The aircraft departed Northolt on a local joyride, carrying five passengers and one pilot. Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft went out of control and crashed in a field located southeast of the airport. A passenger was seriously injured while all five other occupants were killed. The only survivor died from his injuries two days later. Crew; Lt Frederick Benjamin Goodwin Castleman. Passengers: Ellen Rowland, George Rowland, Imelda Mary Trafford, Gladys Sybil Wilkinson, Mary E. Wilkinson.

Avro 504

Twickenham London Metropolis

Shortly after takeoff from Twickenham, while climbing, the pilot encountered technical problems. The aircraft stalled and crashed in a field. Both occupants were injured and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Avro 504

Twickenham London Metropolis

While approaching Hounslow Heath Airport, the aircraft crashed in unknown circumstances in Twickenham. The pilot was slightly injured and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Avro 504

Clayton West Yorkshire

Crashed on landing. Pilot rescued.

Airline Information

Country of Origin

United Kingdom

Risk Level

Low Risk

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