On June 19, 1937, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration VH-UAV) operated by Royal Queensland Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Brisbane-Archerfield, Australia in flight. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Two single-engine de Havilland DH.60 aircraft collided during an airshow at Brisbane-Archerfield Airport, resulting in the deaths of both pilots.
What happened
During an airshow event held at Brisbane-Archerfield Airport, a de Havilland DH.60 experienced a mid-air collision with another aircraft of the same type. The second aircraft was operated by the Royal Queensland Aero Club and carried the registration VH-UAV. Following the impact in flight, both planes lost control and descended rapidly toward the ground. They crashed in an area located southeast of the airfield perimeter.
Findings
The accident resulted in fatal consequences for all individuals on board. Both pilots from the two involved aircraft were killed in the crash. The incident occurred while the aircraft were participating in a public aviation display.
What happened in the 19 Jun 1937 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Brisbane-Archerfield, Australia?
Two single-engine de Havilland DH.60 aircraft collided during an airshow at Brisbane-Archerfield Airport, resulting in the deaths of both pilots.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Jun 1937 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Jun 1937 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration VH-UAV, operated by Royal Queensland Aero Club, at Brisbane-Archerfield, Australia.
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