On August 13, 1942, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration DG587) operated by Royal Air Force - RAF was involved in an aviation accident near South Cerney AFB, United Kingdom during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A light aircraft crashed during a local training flight at RAF South Cerney, sustaining heavy damage while both crew members survived the incident.
What happened
The incident involved an aircraft conducting a local training flight in the vicinity of RAF South Cerney. During the final approach and landing phase, the airplane crashed for reasons that have not been determined. The impact resulted in significant structural damage to the airframe, rendering it beyond repair. Despite the severity of the crash, both members of the crew survived the event.
Findings
The specific technical or human factors contributing to the accident were not identified in the available records. The investigation noted that the cause of the crash remained unknown at the time of reporting.
What happened in the 13 Aug 1942 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near South Cerney AFB, United Kingdom?
A light aircraft crashed during a local training flight at RAF South Cerney, sustaining heavy damage while both crew members survived the incident.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 Aug 1942 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 13 Aug 1942 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration DG587, operated by Royal Air Force - RAF, at South Cerney AFB, United Kingdom.
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