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Single-engine aircraft crash on final approach at Kingston Airfield (CF-CEI)

Kingston, CanadaLanding (descent or approach)

On February 27, 1939, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration CF-CEI) operated by Kingston Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Kingston, Canada during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was too low on final approach, leading to a collision with trees. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 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

A single-engine aircraft struck trees while too low on final approach to Kingston Airfield, resulting in injuries to both occupants.

What happened

During the final approach phase of flight into Kingston Airfield, a single-engine aircraft descended at an altitude that was insufficient for safe clearance. The aircraft subsequently collided with trees before impacting the ground. Following the crash, the wreckage came to rest in an inverted position. Both individuals on board sustained injuries as a result of the accident.

Findings

The primary factor identified in the sequence of events was the aircraft being too low during the final approach segment. This insufficient altitude led directly to the collision with vegetation and the subsequent ground impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft was too low on final approach, leading to a collision with trees.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Feb 1939 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Kingston, Canada?

A single-engine aircraft struck trees while too low on final approach to Kingston Airfield, resulting in injuries to both occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Feb 1939 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 27 Feb 1939 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration CF-CEI, operated by Kingston Flying Club, at Kingston, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was too low on final approach, leading to a collision with trees.

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