Armstrong Whitworth AW.27 Ensign

Historical safety data and incident record for the Armstrong Whitworth AW.27 Ensign aircraft.

Safety Rating

10/10

Total Incidents

1

Total Fatalities

0

Incident History

British Overseas Airways Corporation - BOAC

Merville Nord

The aircraft was performing an international scheduled flight while overflying France, it was hit by enemy fire. The crew diverted to the Merville-Calonne Airport for an emergency landing when on final approach, the aircraft stalled and crashed in flames in a field. The occupant fate remains unknown.

Safety Profile

Reliability

Reliable

This rating is based on historical incident data and may not reflect current operational safety.

Primary Operators (by incidents)