On August 22, 1928, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-AUGL) operated by Hammond Aerial Transport was involved in an aviation accident near Coonabarabran, Australia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A cargo aircraft operating from Sydney-Mascot crashed while on final approach to Coonabarabran, resulting in injuries to both occupants and the total loss of the airframe.
What happened
The incident occurred during a commercial cargo operation originating from Sydney-Mascot. While executing the final approach phase toward Coonabarabran, the aircraft lost control or encountered an operational failure that led to a crash. The impact forces were severe enough to destroy the airframe, and a post-impact fire subsequently broke out, consuming the remaining structure. Both individuals on board sustained injuries in the accident.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific details regarding the mechanical or human factors contributing to the loss of control. It confirms only that the aircraft was destroyed by the combination of impact forces and subsequent fire, and that both occupants were injured.
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