On September 20, 1932, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-EBYZ) operated by Marshalls' Flying School was involved in an aviation accident near Cambridge, United Kingdom in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A local training flight departing Cambridge ended in an emergency landing at Fen Ditton after the aircraft crashed, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total destruction of the plane.
What happened
The crew initiated a local training flight with departure from Cambridge. During the en route phase, the pilot was compelled to execute an emergency landing due to an in-flight issue. The maneuver resulted in a crash at Fen Ditton, located approximately four miles from the point of origin. The impact caused the complete destruction of the aircraft. Both individuals on board sustained injuries as a result of the accident.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical details regarding the mechanical failure or contributing factors that necessitated the emergency landing. It confirms only that the situation forced an immediate attempt to land, which ultimately led to the crash and subsequent damage.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 20 Sept 1932 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Cambridge, United Kingdom?
A local training flight departing Cambridge ended in an emergency landing at Fen Ditton after the aircraft crashed, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total destruction of the plane.
Were there any fatalities in the 20 Sept 1932 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 20 Sept 1932 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-EBYZ, operated by Marshalls' Flying School, at Cambridge, United Kingdom.
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