On January 28, 1930, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-AUFJ) operated by A. J. Murphy was involved in an aviation accident near Miles, Australia in flight. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft crashed into private property approximately 18 miles from Miles Airfield after losing control en route, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.
What happened
The flight originated at Miles Airfield with a crew of one pilot and one passenger aboard. During the en route phase of the journey, the single-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control. The unstable airframe subsequently impacted the ground on private land located roughly 18 miles from the departure point. The crash occurred on the property of a resident, leading to the immediate destruction of the aircraft. Both individuals on board were killed in the accident.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical details regarding the mechanical condition or environmental factors contributing to the loss of control. It confirms only that the aircraft went out of control while en route and resulted in fatal injuries for both occupants.
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