On April 13, 1930, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration SE-ABO) operated by T. F. von Wachenfeldt was involved in an aviation accident near Rockelstad, Sweden during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft crashed during a landing attempt at Rockelstad Castle, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total loss of the airframe.
What happened
The incident involved a private flight destined for Rockelstad Castle, a property associated with the pilot's family. During the final approach and landing phase, the aircraft crashed for reasons that remain undetermined. The impact resulted in injuries to both individuals on board. Following the accident, the airframe sustained extensive damage that rendered it beyond repair.
Findings
The specific technical or operational factors contributing to the crash were not identified in the available records. The outcome was classified as a total loss of the aircraft due to the severity of the structural damage sustained upon impact.
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