John – do we know for certain the serial of this crashed Lanc. as being ‘SW336’ ?
On the link http://www.aviationinmalta.com/Default.aspx?tabid=495 there is a list of crashes on Malta during the period 1950 -1959 and there is a mention of an incident on 28-9-1953 when Lancaster GR3 ‘RF308’ of 37 Sqn. “SWUNG ON TAKE-OFF, UNDERCARRIAGE COLLAPSED”.

Viewing the crash photo you’ve posted this could fit the bill – the undercarriage has definitely collapsed in the shot. Any thoughts ?

Richard

RF308 was on strength with 37 Sqdn, but was also shared with 38 Sqdn.