On March 13, 1940, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration CF-AGK) operated by Radium Hot Springs Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Windermere, Canada in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Unknown technical problem. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A pilot attempted an emergency landing near Windermere after encountering unknown technical issues en route. The aircraft was destroyed, but the pilot escaped without injury.
What happened
During an en route phase of flight, the pilot experienced unidentified technical difficulties that necessitated an immediate response. Unable to continue the journey safely, the pilot initiated an emergency landing procedure in the area of Windermere, located south of Radium Hot Springs. The aircraft sustained significant damage during this event and was declared beyond repair. Despite the severity of the airframe damage, the pilot remained unhurt.
Findings
The official investigation identified an unknown technical problem as the primary factor leading to the incident. No further specific mechanical failures or contributing human factors were detailed in the available records.
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