On November 21, 1933, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration VT-ABQ) operated by Lucknow & Cawnpore Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Achalganj, India in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Collision with a tree caused by poor visibility due to mist during a solo flight. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A solo pilot lost control of an aircraft while flying through mist, resulting in a collision with a tree near Cawmpore. The pilot sustained serious injuries and the airplane was destroyed.
What happened
The incident involved a solo flight that originated from Cawmpore. During the en route phase, the pilot encountered degraded visual conditions caused by mist. While navigating through this poor visibility, the aircraft struck a tree. The impact resulted in the destruction of the airplane and left the pilot with serious injuries.
Findings
The primary contributing factor to the accident was the collision with terrain features due to reduced visibility. The presence of mist significantly limited the pilot's ability to see obstacles, leading directly to the strike against the tree.
Probable cause
Collision with a tree caused by poor visibility due to mist during a solo flight.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 21 Nov 1933 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Achalganj, India?
A solo pilot lost control of an aircraft while flying through mist, resulting in a collision with a tree near Cawmpore. The pilot sustained serious injuries and the airplane was destroyed.
Were there any fatalities in the 21 Nov 1933 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 21 Nov 1933 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration VT-ABQ, operated by Lucknow & Cawnpore Flying Club, at Achalganj, India.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Collision with a tree caused by poor visibility due to mist during a solo flight.
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