On December 13, 1931, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-EBOT) operated by Herts & Essex Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Broxbourne, United Kingdom during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A local training flight descended uncontrollably from 1,000 feet near Broxbourne Airport, resulting in a fatal crash and fire.
What happened
The incident occurred during a local training flight operating out of Broxbourne Airport. While the aircraft was in the process of descending to the airfield, it reached an altitude of approximately 1,000 feet. At this point, the plane entered an uncontrolled descent and subsequently impacted the ground. The impact caused the aircraft to burst into flames. The pilot was killed in the accident.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific details regarding the mechanical condition of the aircraft or the exact technical cause of the uncontrolled descent. It confirms only that the loss of control occurred during the final approach phase at a low altitude.
What happened in the 13 Dec 1931 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Broxbourne, United Kingdom?
A local training flight descended uncontrollably from 1,000 feet near Broxbourne Airport, resulting in a fatal crash and fire.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 Dec 1931 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 13 Dec 1931 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-EBOT, operated by Herts & Essex Aero Club, at Broxbourne, United Kingdom.
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