Handley Page W.8
Historical safety data and incident record for the Handley Page W.8 aircraft.
Safety Rating
10/10Total Incidents
1
Total Fatalities
0
Incident History
Handley Page Transport
Poix-de-Picardie Somme
En route from Croydon to Paris, the crew encountered engine problems and elected to make an emergency landing in an open field. Upon landing, the aircraft rolled for few dozen metres then impacted a drainage ditch, coming to rest broken in two. All 9 occupants evacuated safely while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Safety Profile
Reliability
Reliable
This rating is based on historical incident data and may not reflect current operational safety.