On July 4, 1929, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-CALD) operated by Halifax Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Halifax, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure shortly after takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An airplane crashed near Green Bank shortly after departing Halifax due to an engine failure, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total loss of the aircraft.
What happened
The incident occurred immediately following departure from Halifax. During the initial climb phase, the aircraft experienced a mechanical malfunction that resulted in a loss of power. The pilot was unable to maintain altitude, causing the airplane to descend rapidly toward the ground. The craft impacted terrain near Green Bank, sustaining damage that rendered it beyond repair. Both individuals on board survived the impact but sustained injuries.
Findings
The official investigation concluded that the primary factor leading to the accident was the loss of engine power shortly after takeoff. This mechanical failure directly caused the subsequent loss of height and the resulting ground impact.
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