During the 1940s, Australia experienced several significant aviation accidents, including:
The 1940 Brocklesby mid-air collision on September 29, 1940, over Brocklesby, New South Wales, involving two aircraft. This incident was unusual due to the nature of the mid-air collision. Read more
The Canberra air disaster on August 13, 1940, when a Lockheed Hudson aircraft crashed into a hill near Canberra, resulting in the loss of several high-ranking officials. This accident had far-reaching effects for Australia and its allies. Read more
Another notable incident was the crash of a B-24 Liberator in New Guinea during WWII, which resulted in the deaths of the crew of eleven men and sixty passengers, marking the worst aviation disaster involving Australians at the time. Read more
These events highlight the challenges and risks associated with aviation during the 1940s and serve as a reminder of the progress made in aviation safety since then.