On July 2, 1941, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration CF-ADG) operated by Toronto Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Toronto-Downsview, Canada during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine aircraft went out of control upon landing at Toronto-Downsview Airport, resulting in an upside-down rest position. Both occupants escaped without injury, while the airframe sustained total loss damage.
What happened
The incident involved a single-engine airplane operating a local flight with two individuals on board. The event took place at Toronto-Downsview Airport. During the landing phase, the aircraft lost control and subsequently came to rest in an inverted position. Despite the severity of the impact, both occupants were able to evacuate the wreckage unharmed. The airframe sustained extensive structural damage, rendering it beyond economic repair.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical findings or contributing factors regarding the loss of control during landing.
What happened in the 2 Jul 1941 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Toronto-Downsview, Canada?
A single-engine aircraft went out of control upon landing at Toronto-Downsview Airport, resulting in an upside-down rest position. Both occupants escaped without injury, while the airframe sustained total loss damage.
Were there any fatalities in the 2 Jul 1941 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 2 Jul 1941 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration CF-ADG, operated by Toronto Flying Club, at Toronto-Downsview, Canada.
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