On November 16, 1929, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration VH-UHF) operated by Jesse E. O’Connor was involved in an aviation accident near Gerringong, Australia in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft stalled during flight and crashed into the sea. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft stalled while flying off Seven Miles Beach in Gerringong and crashed into the ocean, resulting in the deaths of both occupants on board.
What happened
The incident occurred during a flight passing over Seven Miles Beach in Gerringong. While in the air, the aircraft experienced a stall and subsequently descended into the sea. The impact resulted in the loss of life for both individuals on board. There were no survivors from the two occupants involved in the accident.
Findings
The primary event leading to the crash was an aerodynamic stall that occurred while the plane was flying over the coastal area. This loss of lift caused the aircraft to drop into the water, where it came to rest. The specific mechanical or operational factors contributing to the stall are not detailed in the available source material.
Probable cause
The aircraft stalled during flight and crashed into the sea.
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