Anson DJ387 from Survey Flight which has slewed off the side of the runway 1945-06-07 after part of its undercarriage collapsed in a landing. Photos AWM P01817.048 and 049.
Anson DJ387. Simple scheme of overall Foliage Green with White codes SU-M and serials. Standard Blue/White roundels in six positions and fin flashes.
Anson EF921 from 6 CU 'Fenton's Flying Freighters' in Oct 1944. Most 6 CU airframes were overall Yellow (7 of 9 that I have images of are Yellow) with this airframe in 'Silver' plus one camouflaged. Photo:AHMWA P008708.
Anson DJ387. This one is unusual amongst 6 CU airframes in being overall 'Silver' (Aluminium doped) with Black serials on rear fuselage only. No nose markings like their others. Standard Blue/White roundels in six positions and fin flashes.
Anson A45-45 from Survey Flt. Port engine failed and aircraft crashed on takeoff at Cape Palaranda, Qld 31.5.44. Photos John Momsen via ADF Serials.
Anson DJ387. Appears to be Foliage Green/ Earth Brown with Sky Blue lowers. Sky Blue codes SU-E and Med Grey serials. Early War style Red/Blue/White roundels in six positions and fin flashes. One of the original airframes which lasted to mid 1944 till it met it's fate.
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