On October 7, 1930, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration VH-UHJ) operated by Guinea Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Bulolo, Papua New Guinea during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Strong winds encountered during the landing phase caused the aircraft to lose control and veer off the runway. 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 airplane lost control during landing due to strong winds, veering off the runway and sustaining damage beyond repair while both occupants were injured.
What happened
During the final approach and landing phase, the aircraft encountered strong winds that disrupted its stability. As a result, the plane struck the ground and immediately lost control. The aircraft veered off the paved runway surface before coming to a complete stop. Both individuals on board sustained injuries in the incident. Post-accident assessments determined that the airframe suffered structural damage severe enough to be classified as damaged beyond repair.
Findings
The official investigation concluded that the primary factor leading to the loss of control was the impact of strong winds during the landing maneuver. These atmospheric conditions prevented the pilot from maintaining adequate control of the aircraft upon touchdown, resulting in the excursion off the runway.
Probable cause
Strong winds encountered during the landing phase caused the aircraft to lose control and veer off the runway.
What happened in the 7 Oct 1930 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Bulolo, Papua New Guinea?
A single-engine airplane lost control during landing due to strong winds, veering off the runway and sustaining damage beyond repair while both occupants were injured.
Were there any fatalities in the 7 Oct 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 7 Oct 1930 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration VH-UHJ, operated by Guinea Airways, at Bulolo, Papua New Guinea.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Strong winds encountered during the landing phase caused the aircraft to lose control and veer off the runway.
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