On May 17, 1928, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-EBVX) operated by Henry C. MacDonald was involved in an aviation accident near El Salloum, Egypt in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A private aircraft made an emergency landing on a beach near El Salloum after experiencing engine issues while cruising along the Egyptian coast. The pilot was unharmed, but the airframe was abandoned as damaged beyond repair.
What happened
During a return journey to London from Baghdad, the pilot encountered mechanical difficulties while cruising along the Egyptian coast. Specifically, the aircraft suffered engine problems that necessitated an immediate response. The pilot executed an emergency landing on a beach located near El Salloum. Following the incident, the pilot was reported to be unhurt. However, the airframe sustained significant damage and was assessed as beyond repair, leading to its abandonment at the site.
Findings
The official investigation identified engine failure as the primary cause of the accident. The mechanical issue forced the pilot to divert from the planned route and land in an unprepared area, resulting in the total loss of the aircraft.
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