No fatalities

Single-engine aircraft crash during takeoff at Moorpark Airfield (G-AAIB)

Glasgow, United KingdomTakeoff (climb)

On May 15, 1930, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-AAIB) operated by Nora Thornton Trevelyan was involved in an aviation accident near Glasgow, United Kingdom during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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A single-pilot aircraft crashed while taking off from Moorpark Airfield in Glasgow. The plane was destroyed, but the pilot was successfully rescued.

What happened

An aircraft attempted to depart Moorpark Airfield in Glasgow. During the takeoff phase, the flight encountered a critical failure that resulted in a crash. The impact caused severe structural damage, rendering the airframe beyond repair. As the sole occupant on board, the pilot was extracted from the wreckage and rescued without fatal consequences.

Findings

The incident occurred specifically during the initial climb or takeoff roll at the local airfield. While the specific mechanical or environmental factors leading to the loss of control are not detailed in the available records, the event resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. The successful rescue operation ensured that no fatalities were recorded despite the severity of the crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 May 1930 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Glasgow, United Kingdom?

A single-pilot aircraft crashed while taking off from Moorpark Airfield in Glasgow. The plane was destroyed, but the pilot was successfully rescued.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 May 1930 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 15 May 1930 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-AAIB, operated by Nora Thornton Trevelyan, at Glasgow, United Kingdom.