No fatalities

Single-engine aircraft crash shortly after takeoff at Brooklands (G-EBSO)

Brooklands (Weybridge), United KingdomTakeoff (climb)

On May 28, 1932, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-EBSO) operated by Surrey Flying Services was involved in an aviation accident near Brooklands (Weybridge), United Kingdom during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-04Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine airplane lost control immediately after departing Brooklands Aerodrome, resulting in a crash that left the sole occupant injured.

What happened

The incident occurred during the initial climb phase following departure from Brooklands Aerodrome. Shortly after leaving the ground, the single engine airplane experienced a loss of control. The aircraft subsequently crashed into the terrain near the airfield. The pilot was the only person on board at the time of the accident and sustained injuries in the event.

Findings

The specific technical or human factors contributing to the loss of control are not detailed in the available source material. No further conclusions regarding mechanical failure or pilot error have been provided.