On May 21, 1934, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-ABJL) operated by Christopher Herbert Fleetwood Fuller was involved in an aviation accident near Worthing, United Kingdom in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A solo pilot departed Hanworth but crashed into a field in Findon near Worthing, resulting in serious injuries to the pilot and total destruction of the aircraft.
What happened
The incident involved a solo flight that originated from Hanworth. During the en-route phase, the aircraft encountered difficulties leading to a crash landing in an agricultural field located in Findon, situated near Worthing. Upon impact, the airframe caught fire and was completely destroyed. The pilot sustained serious injuries as a result of the accident.
Findings
The specific circumstances leading to the loss of control or the initial failure were not detailed in the available records. The outcome resulted in the total loss of the aircraft and significant harm to the sole occupant.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 21 May 1934 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Worthing, United Kingdom?
A solo pilot departed Hanworth but crashed into a field in Findon near Worthing, resulting in serious injuries to the pilot and total destruction of the aircraft.
Were there any fatalities in the 21 May 1934 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 21 May 1934 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-ABJL, operated by Christopher Herbert Fleetwood Fuller, at Worthing, United Kingdom.
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