On July 13, 1935, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration VT-AFK) operated by Bombay Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Pune, India during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft crashed during its final approach to land at Pune Airport, resulting in the death of the passenger and injuries to the pilot.
What happened
An aviation incident occurred at Pune Airport when an aircraft failed to complete a safe landing. The machine impacted the ground upon touchdown, leading to a crash that resulted in significant casualties. The event took place during the final phase of flight as the aircraft was attempting to land on the runway.
Findings
The immediate outcome of the accident was severe for those on board. One passenger lost their life in the impact, while the pilot survived but sustained injuries. No further details regarding specific mechanical failures or weather conditions are provided in the available records.
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