On August 2, 1929, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-EBMV) operated by Homi D. Bharucha was involved in an aviation accident near Brooklands (Weybridge), United Kingdom during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A private aircraft crashed during takeoff for unknown reasons, resulting in serious injury to the pilot and total loss of the airframe.
What happened
The incident occurred during the takeoff phase of flight. The aircraft departed the runway but subsequently crashed into the terrain shortly after liftoff. The specific cause of the accident remains undetermined based on available records.
Upon impact, the pilot sustained injuries requiring medical attention. The airframe suffered extensive structural damage that rendered it beyond economical repair, resulting in a total loss of the vehicle.
Findings
No definitive technical or human factors were identified as contributing to the event. The investigation concluded that the reason for the crash was unknown.
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