On November 9, 1932, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration LN-ABI) operated by Wilhelm M. Omsted was involved in an aviation accident near Storsjøen, Norway during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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.
An aircraft crashed while attempting to land on Storsjøen Lake, resulting in minor injuries for both occupants and total loss of the airframe.
What happened
The incident occurred during a landing attempt on Storsjøen Lake. The aircraft failed to maintain control or contact with the water surface as intended, leading to a crash. Both individuals aboard the plane sustained minor injuries in the event. Following the impact, the airframe suffered extensive damage that rendered it beyond repair.
Findings
The specific contributing factors leading to the loss of control during the landing phase are not detailed in the available records. The primary outcome was the destruction of the aircraft and minor physical harm to the crew members.
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