On November 28, 1934, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration ZK-ADF) operated by M. A. Scott was involved in an aviation accident near Waihou, New Zealand in flight. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine Moth collided with another aircraft during a demonstration flight at an airshow in Waihou, resulting in the death of the pilot.
What happened
During an airshow event held in Waihou, located southwest of Te Aroha in the Waikato region, a Moth aircraft was engaged in a demonstration flight. The plane, which was owned by M. A. Scott and piloted by C. C. Waite, collided mid-air with a Desoutter aircraft registered as ZK-ACJ. Following the impact, the Moth lost control and dove into the ground, resulting in a fatal crash. The pilot of the Moth was killed in the accident. In contrast, the pilot of the Desoutter managed to regain control of their aircraft and landed safely without further incident.
Findings
The specific circumstances leading to the mid-air collision remain unclear. No definitive conclusions regarding contributing factors or mechanical failures have been established in the available records.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 28 Nov 1934 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Waihou, New Zealand?
A single-engine Moth collided with another aircraft during a demonstration flight at an airshow in Waihou, resulting in the death of the pilot.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Nov 1934 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Nov 1934 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration ZK-ADF, operated by M. A. Scott, at Waihou, New Zealand.
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