On September 23, 1927, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-EBRZ) operated by Anthony Milburn was involved in an aviation accident near Sherburn-in-Elmet, United Kingdom during takeoff. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft stalled during the initial climb phase shortly after takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A light aircraft stalled during initial climb after takeoff from Sherburn-in-Elmet, resulting in a fatal crash that killed one passenger and seriously injured the pilot.
What happened
The incident occurred while the aircraft was conducting a sightseeing tour over the area of Sherburn-in-Elmet. The flight carried the pilot and one female passenger. Shortly after leaving the ground, the airplane entered its initial climb phase when it experienced an aerodynamic stall. This loss of lift caused the aircraft to descend rapidly and crash into the terrain.
Findings
The immediate consequence of the accident was severe for both occupants on board. The pilot sustained serious injuries in the impact. Tragically, the passenger did not survive the crash and was killed. The event highlights the critical risks associated with stall conditions during the takeoff and initial climb phases of flight.
Probable cause
The aircraft stalled during the initial climb phase shortly after takeoff.
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