No fatalities

Aircraft Crash on Approach to Cramlington Airport (G-EBPT)

Cramlington, United KingdomLanding (descent or approach)

On December 1, 1929, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-EBPT) operated by Newcastle-upon-Tyne Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Cramlington, United Kingdom during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-04Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed while on final approach to Cramlington Airport, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total destruction of the airframe.

What happened

The incident occurred during the final approach phase of flight into Cramlington Airport. The aircraft failed to maintain a safe trajectory or altitude, leading to a crash shortly before landing. Upon impact, the airframe sustained catastrophic structural damage, resulting in the total destruction of the machine. Both individuals on board survived the initial impact but sustained injuries requiring medical attention. No fatalities were reported in this event.

Findings

The source material does not provide specific technical details regarding mechanical failures or pilot error. However, the outcome confirms that the aircraft was rendered unserviceable due to the severity of the crash. The primary consequence was the physical harm to the two occupants and the complete loss of the airframe.