Oldstead Airlines
Safety profile and incident history for Oldstead Airlines.
Safety Score
10/10Total Incidents
1
Total Fatalities
0
Recent Incidents
De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide
Simonburn Northumberland
Ten minutes after his departure from Newcastle Airport, the pilot encountered severe icing conditions and the leading edge were contaminated with ice. At an altitude of 3,200 feet and while in a flat attitude, the twin engine aircraft hit the ground and crashed in fire. All eight occupants were seriously injured while the aircraft was destroyed.
Airline Information
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Risk Level
Low Risk
Common Aircraft in Incidents
De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide1