On February 24, 1935, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-ABAF) operated by George Harvey Woodhouse was involved in an aviation accident near Brooklands (Weybridge), United Kingdom during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-pilot aircraft experienced a crash-landing upon arrival at Brooklands Airport for unknown reasons. The pilot successfully evacuated the wreckage without injury.
What happened
An aircraft made an emergency landing at Brooklands Airport after experiencing technical difficulties or mechanical failure during the final approach phase. The specific cause of the incident remains undetermined, as no definitive data was available to pinpoint the exact mechanical or environmental trigger. The pilot, who was the sole occupant on board, managed to evacuate the aircraft safely following the crash-landing. No injuries were reported, and the individual sustained no harm during the extraction process.
Findings
Investigations into this event have not yielded a conclusive probable cause due to the limited information available regarding the specific mechanical condition or operational context at the time of the accident. The primary focus of the inquiry remains on understanding why the aircraft was unable to maintain normal flight parameters during landing, although no specific contributing factors such as pilot error, weather conditions, or specific component failures have been formally identified in the public record.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 24 Feb 1935 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Brooklands (Weybridge), United Kingdom?
A single-pilot aircraft experienced a crash-landing upon arrival at Brooklands Airport for unknown reasons. The pilot successfully evacuated the wreckage without injury.
Were there any fatalities in the 24 Feb 1935 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 24 Feb 1935 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-ABAF, operated by George Harvey Woodhouse, at Brooklands (Weybridge), United Kingdom.
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