On April 28, 1935, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration VT-ABR) operated by Binoy Kumar Das was involved in an aviation accident near Calcutta-Dum Dum, India in flight. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A mid-air collision occurred between two single-engine DH.60 Moth aircraft while circling near Calcutta-Dum Dum Airport, resulting in the deaths of all four occupants on board.
What happened
An incident took place in the vicinity of Calcutta-Dum Dum Airport involving two light aircraft. The first aircraft, a single-engine plane registered as VT-ADR, was conducting a local training flight with two individuals on board. While executing a circuit around the airfield, this aircraft collided mid-air with a second DH.60 Moth operated by the Bengal Flying Club.
The impact of the collision caused both airplanes to lose control and descend rapidly toward the ground. Both aircraft crashed into the terrain following the aerial encounter. The accident resulted in fatal injuries for everyone present in either plane, leading to a total of four fatalities. No survivors were reported from this event.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 28 Apr 1935 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Calcutta-Dum Dum, India?
A mid-air collision occurred between two single-engine DH.60 Moth aircraft while circling near Calcutta-Dum Dum Airport, resulting in the deaths of all four occupants on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Apr 1935 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 28 Apr 1935 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration VT-ABR, operated by Binoy Kumar Das, at Calcutta-Dum Dum, India.
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