On August 16, 1936, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-AAPJ) operated by Ralph Harold Henderson was involved in an aviation accident near Chilworth, United Kingdom during takeoff. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine airplane crashed shortly after departing Chilworth, resulting in the deaths of both occupants. The pilot was critically injured and passed away three days later.
What happened
The incident occurred immediately after the aircraft departed from Chilworth. During this initial phase of flight, the single-engine airplane lost control and impacted the ground. Upon impact, the airframe caught fire and burst into flames.
Both individuals on board sustained severe injuries. The passenger was killed at the scene. The pilot survived the initial crash but suffered critical wounds. He remained in a serious condition for three days before succumbing to his injuries.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical findings or contributing factors regarding the loss of control. It confirms that the accident resulted in two fatalities due to the post-takeoff crash and subsequent fire.
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