On July 15, 1931, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration 159) operated by Royal Canadian Air Force - RCAF was involved in an aviation accident near Camp Borden, Canada in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft caught fire in flight for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine aircraft caught fire during a local solo training flight near Camp Borden, resulting in a crash that destroyed the plane and injured the pilot.
What happened
The incident involved a solo training flight conducted by a pilot departing from Camp Borden. While operating in the immediate vicinity of the airfield, the aircraft experienced an in-flight fire. In response to the emergency, the pilot attempted an emergency landing. The maneuver was unsuccessful as the aircraft impacted the ground and subsequently burst into flames. The crash resulted in the total destruction of the airplane, and the pilot sustained injuries.
Findings
Investigations determined that the aircraft caught fire while in flight. The specific reason for the ignition remains unknown.
Probable cause
The aircraft caught fire in flight for unknown reasons.
What happened in the 15 Jul 1931 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Camp Borden, Canada?
A single-engine aircraft caught fire during a local solo training flight near Camp Borden, resulting in a crash that destroyed the plane and injured the pilot.
Were there any fatalities in the 15 Jul 1931 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 15 Jul 1931 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration 159, operated by Royal Canadian Air Force - RCAF, at Camp Borden, Canada.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft caught fire in flight for unknown reasons.
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