On March 27, 1929, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-EBNN) operated by Cinque Ports Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Lympne, United Kingdom during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A light aircraft crashed into a field shortly after takeoff from Lympne due to an engine failure during the climb phase, resulting in injuries to both occupants.
What happened
The incident occurred immediately following departure from Lympne airfield. While the aircraft was in the climbing phase of flight, the powerplant ceased functioning. The pilot subsequently lost control of the machine, which descended and impacted the ground in a field located approximately one kilometer northeast of the airfield perimeter. The impact destroyed the airframe. Both individuals on board sustained injuries during the crash sequence.
Findings
The official investigation identified engine failure as the primary cause of the accident. No other contributing factors or mechanical anomalies were detailed in the available records.
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