On February 24, 1927, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-EBLY) operated by Newcastle-upon-Tyne Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Cramlington, United Kingdom during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure occurring immediately after liftoff during the initial climb phase. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A training aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Cramlington Airport when the engine stopped during initial climb, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total loss of the airframe.
What happened
The incident involved a training flight departing from Cramlington Airport. During the initial climb phase, immediately following liftoff, the aircraft experienced an engine failure. As a result of this power loss, the machine entered a stall and subsequently impacted the ground. The crash resulted in the destruction of the airframe. Both individuals on board sustained injuries, though no fatalities were reported.
Findings
Official investigations identified the primary contributing factor as the cessation of engine power shortly after takeoff. This mechanical failure prevented the aircraft from maintaining altitude and led directly to the stall and subsequent impact.
Probable cause
Engine failure occurring immediately after liftoff during the initial climb phase.
What happened in the 24 Feb 1927 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Cramlington, United Kingdom?
A training aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Cramlington Airport when the engine stopped during initial climb, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total loss of the airframe.
Were there any fatalities in the 24 Feb 1927 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 24 Feb 1927 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-EBLY, operated by Newcastle-upon-Tyne Aero Club, at Cramlington, United Kingdom.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Engine failure occurring immediately after liftoff during the initial climb phase.
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