On December 21, 1935, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-CAKC) operated by Hamilton Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Alberton, Canada in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The official investigation determined that the accident was caused by an engine failure occurring during flight. 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.
A local training flight departing Hamilton Airport ended in an emergency landing after the crew encountered engine issues, resulting in significant damage and injuries to both pilots.
What happened
The incident involved a local training flight operating out of Hamilton Airport. During the en route phase, the crew experienced mechanical difficulties specifically related to the aircraft's powerplant. In response to these developing problems, the pilot initiated an emergency landing procedure to bring the aircraft down safely.
Upon impact with the ground, the airframe sustained severe structural damage that rendered it beyond repair. Both members of the flight crew were injured in the accident but survived the event. No specific registration mark was provided in the available source material for this incident.
Probable cause
The official investigation determined that the accident was caused by an engine failure occurring during flight.
What happened in the 21 Dec 1935 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Alberton, Canada?
A local training flight departing Hamilton Airport ended in an emergency landing after the crew encountered engine issues, resulting in significant damage and injuries to both pilots.
Were there any fatalities in the 21 Dec 1935 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 21 Dec 1935 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-CAKC, operated by Hamilton Aero Club, at Alberton, Canada.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The official investigation determined that the accident was caused by an engine failure occurring during flight.
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