2 fatalities

Training aircraft crash at Armthorpe Airfield (G-AAEL)

Armthorpe, United KingdomLanding (descent or approach)

On August 1, 1932, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-AAEL) operated by Reginald H. Lemon was involved in an aviation accident near Armthorpe, United Kingdom during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. 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

A local training flight ended in a fatal accident when the aircraft lost control during approach at Armthorpe Airfield, resulting in two deaths and one serious injury.

What happened

The incident occurred while the crew was conducting a local training flight at Armthorpe Airfield. During the approach phase, the airplane descended to an altitude of approximately 500 feet above ground level. At this point, the aircraft went out of control and subsequently crashed into the terrain.

Findings

The accident resulted in significant casualties among the occupants on board. Two people were killed in the crash, while a third individual sustained serious injuries. The specific technical or human factors contributing to the loss of control are not detailed in the available source material.