No fatalities

Single-engine aircraft crash during takeoff at Berlin Airport (D-1651)

Berlin, GermanyTakeoff (climb)

On February 28, 1933, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration D-1651) operated by Ernst Udet was involved in an aviation accident near Berlin, Germany during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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A single-occupant aircraft crashed shortly after departing Berlin Airport under unknown circumstances, resulting in injuries to the pilot.

What happened

An aircraft was involved in an accident while executing a takeoff from Berlin Airport. The incident occurred during the initial climb phase following departure. The specific registration of the aircraft is not provided in the available records. The pilot, who was the sole occupant on board, sustained injuries as a result of the crash.

Findings

The circumstances leading to the accident remain unknown based on the limited information provided. No further details regarding contributing factors or official investigation conclusions are currently documented in this summary.