1 fatality

Fatal crash of private aircraft near Consett (G-ABRD)

Consett, United KingdomFlight

On April 24, 1935, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-ABRD) operated by Newcastle-upon-Tyne Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Consett, United Kingdom in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of aircraft control during a low pass maneuver over the pilot's residence. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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

A private flight from Cramlington ended in a fatal accident when the pilot lost control after a low pass over his residence, resulting in one death and one serious injury.

What happened

The incident involved a private aircraft operating out of Cramlington. During the flight, the pilot executed a low pass over his own house. Immediately following this maneuver, the pilot lost control of the machine. The aircraft subsequently crashed into a wheat field situated in Woodlands Hall, near Consett.

Findings

The accident resulted in significant casualties for those on board. The passenger was killed in the impact, while the pilot sustained serious injuries. No specific mechanical failures or external factors were detailed in the available records regarding the loss of control.

Probable cause

Loss of aircraft control during a low pass maneuver over the pilot's residence.