On September 18, 1941, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration VH-UAH) operated by Eastern Air Transport (Australia) was involved in an aviation accident near Ettalong Beach, Australia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft departed Sydney-Mascot Airport on a charter flight to Ettalong Beach but lost control during approach, crashing into the ocean. Both occupants were rescued, and the airframe was written off.
What happened
The incident involved a single-engine aircraft operating a charter service from Sydney-Mascot Airport to Ettalong Beach. During the final approach phase, the airplane went out of control and impacted the water surface several hundred meters offshore. Emergency services responded to the scene, and both individuals on board were successfully rescued. The impact resulted in damage that rendered the airframe beyond repair.
Findings
Records indicate that this specific airframe had a long operational history, having been involved in five accidents since 1926. Following this latest event, the aircraft was not repaired and was removed from service.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 18 Sept 1941 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Ettalong Beach, Australia?
A single-engine aircraft departed Sydney-Mascot Airport on a charter flight to Ettalong Beach but lost control during approach, crashing into the ocean. Both occupants were rescued, and the airframe was written off.
Were there any fatalities in the 18 Sept 1941 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 18 Sept 1941 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration VH-UAH, operated by Eastern Air Transport (Australia), at Ettalong Beach, Australia.
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