On May 10, 1930, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-AAPE) operated by National Flying Services was involved in an aviation accident near Beaconsfield, United Kingdom in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine aircraft crashed near Beaconsfield while en route from Hanworth for a local training mission, resulting in injuries to both crew members.
What happened
The aircraft departed Hanworth with the objective of conducting a local training exercise. During the flight, the single engine airplane encountered an incident that led to a crash in the area of Beaconsfield. The specific circumstances surrounding the loss of control or mechanical failure were not detailed in the available records. Upon impact, both individuals on board sustained injuries.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific contributing factors or conclusions regarding why the accident occurred. It is noted that the event happened under unknown circumstances during a routine training operation.
What happened in the 10 May 1930 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Beaconsfield, United Kingdom?
A single-engine aircraft crashed near Beaconsfield while en route from Hanworth for a local training mission, resulting in injuries to both crew members.
Were there any fatalities in the 10 May 1930 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 10 May 1930 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration G-AAPE, operated by National Flying Services, at Beaconsfield, United Kingdom.
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