On October 9, 1931, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration VH-UFK) operated by Australian Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Perth-Maylands, Australia during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine aircraft crashed during a solo training flight at Perth-Maylands Airport after the pilot missed the approach, resulting in significant damage and injuries to the occupant.
What happened
The incident occurred while the pilot was conducting a local solo training exercise at Perth-Maylands Airport. During the final phase of the operation, the aircraft failed to align correctly with the runway for landing. Consequently, the single-engine airplane struck the ground with significant force. The impact resulted in severe structural damage that rendered the airframe beyond repair. The pilot sustained injuries as a result of the crash.
Findings
The specific technical or human factors leading to the missed approach were not determined in the available records. The primary outcome was the total loss of the aircraft and injury to the crew member.
What happened in the 9 Oct 1931 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Perth-Maylands, Australia?
A single-engine aircraft crashed during a solo training flight at Perth-Maylands Airport after the pilot missed the approach, resulting in significant damage and injuries to the occupant.
Were there any fatalities in the 9 Oct 1931 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 9 Oct 1931 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration VH-UFK, operated by Australian Aero Club, at Perth-Maylands, Australia.
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