On August 6, 1927, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-AUAF) operated by Australian Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Melbourne-Essendon, Australia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A local training flight at Essendon Airport went out of control on approach, crashing into a reservoir east of the airfield. Both occupants sustained injuries while the aircraft was destroyed.
What happened
The incident involved an aircraft operating under the authority of Essendon Airport in Melbourne. The crew was conducting a local training exercise when the event occurred. During the approach phase, the aircraft lost control for reasons that have not been determined. Following this loss of control, the plane impacted a body of water situated to the east of the airfield.
The crash resulted in significant damage to the airframe, which was destroyed. Both individuals on board survived the impact but sustained injuries requiring medical attention. No fatalities were reported in this accident.
What happened in the 6 Aug 1927 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Melbourne-Essendon, Australia?
A local training flight at Essendon Airport went out of control on approach, crashing into a reservoir east of the airfield. Both occupants sustained injuries while the aircraft was destroyed.
Were there any fatalities in the 6 Aug 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 6 Aug 1927 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-AUAF, operated by Australian Aero Club, at Melbourne-Essendon, Australia.
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