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Local Training Flight Crash During Final Approach (CF-CDP)

Brantford, CanadaLanding (descent or approach)

On July 21, 1935, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration CF-CDP) operated by Brantford-Norfolk Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Brantford, Canada during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft stalled during final approach, leading to a loss of control and subsequent impact with the ground. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-08-27Data APIEditorial standards

Aircraft stalled on final approach during a local training flight, resulting in injuries to both crew members and total loss of the plane.

What happened

The incident occurred while the crew was conducting a local training flight. As the aircraft proceeded down the runway for landing, it entered an unstable state during the final approach segment. The machine subsequently lost lift and descended uncontrolled to the ground, resulting in a crash. Both individuals on board sustained injuries in the impact. Following the event, the airframe was assessed as damaged beyond repair.

Findings

The immediate sequence leading to the accident involved an aerodynamic stall occurring specifically during the final approach phase. No further details regarding specific contributing factors or mechanical failures are provided in the available records.

Probable cause

The aircraft stalled during final approach, leading to a loss of control and subsequent impact with the ground.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Jul 1935 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Brantford, Canada?

Aircraft stalled on final approach during a local training flight, resulting in injuries to both crew members and total loss of the plane.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Jul 1935 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 Jul 1935 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration CF-CDP, operated by Brantford-Norfolk Aero Club, at Brantford, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft stalled during final approach, leading to a loss of control and subsequent impact with the ground.

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