No fatalities

Aircraft crash shortly after takeoff at Rocklea, Brisbane (VH-UGH)

Rocklea, AustraliaTakeoff (climb)

On April 8, 1933, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration VH-UGH) operated by C. H. Ferris was involved in an aviation accident near Rocklea, Australia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-04Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed shortly after departing from Rocklea in Brisbane, Queensland. The airframe was destroyed, resulting in minor injuries for both occupants on board.

What happened

The incident occurred immediately following the departure phase of flight from Rocklea, a suburb located within Brisbane, Queensland. Shortly after leaving the ground, the aircraft lost control and impacted the terrain. The collision resulted in significant structural damage to the airframe, rendering it beyond repair. Both individuals on board sustained minor injuries during the event.

Findings

The source material does not provide specific details regarding the technical investigation or contributing factors leading to the crash. It confirms only that the aircraft was damaged beyond repair and that both occupants were slightly injured.