On March 31, 1936, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-AAWS) operated by Hampshire Aeroplane Club was involved in an aviation accident near Nursling, United Kingdom in flight. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A training aircraft crashed into a pasture near Southampton after losing control during a local flight, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.
What happened
The incident occurred during a local training flight that originated from Hamble. The aircraft was carrying two individuals: an instructor and a cadet. While en route to their destination, the airplane lost stability and entered an uncontrolled dive. The craft subsequently impacted the ground in a pasture located in Nursling, which is situated northwest of Southampton.
The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. Both persons on board were killed in the accident. The cadet was undertaking his initial flight as a student pilot for the Hampshire Aeroplane Club, having joined the organization earlier that same morning.
What happened in the 31 Mar 1936 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Nursling, United Kingdom?
A training aircraft crashed into a pasture near Southampton after losing control during a local flight, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.
Were there any fatalities in the 31 Mar 1936 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 31 Mar 1936 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-AAWS, operated by Hampshire Aeroplane Club, at Nursling, United Kingdom.
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