On December 8, 1934, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-AALJ) operated by Malling Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near West Malling, United Kingdom in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine airplane struck a power line while flying at low altitude during a training exercise, resulting in injuries to both the pilot and passenger on board.
What happened
The incident involved a single-engine aircraft operating on a local training mission. At the time of the accident, there were two individuals aboard: one pilot and one passenger. While maneuvering at a low altitude, the airplane made contact with an overhead power line. This collision caused the aircraft to crash immediately after impact.
Findings
Both occupants sustained injuries as a result of the crash. The specific contributing factors or detailed conclusions regarding why the aircraft was flying at such a low height near infrastructure are not specified in the available records.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 8 Dec 1934 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near West Malling, United Kingdom?
A single-engine airplane struck a power line while flying at low altitude during a training exercise, resulting in injuries to both the pilot and passenger on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 8 Dec 1934 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 8 Dec 1934 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-AALJ, operated by Malling Aviation, at West Malling, United Kingdom.
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