On May 19, 1929, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-CALA) operated by Calgary Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Calgary, Canada in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control resulting from a structural failure in 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 private aircraft crashed into the ground near Calgary Airport after losing control during a loop, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.
What happened
The incident involved a private flight departing from Calgary Airport. During the flight, the pilot attempted an aerobatic maneuver known as a looping. While executing this turn, the pilot lost control of the aircraft. The loss of control caused the plane to dive steeply into the terrain, resulting in a crash. Both individuals on board were killed in the accident.
Findings
The official investigation determined that the accident was caused by loss of control following a structural failure in flight. This mechanical issue occurred while the aircraft was under aerodynamic stress during the maneuver.
Probable cause
Loss of control resulting from a structural failure in flight.
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