No fatalities

Aircraft crash during final approach to Strathburn (G-CARW)

Strathburn, CanadaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 30, 1933, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration G-CARW) operated by London Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Strathburn, Canada during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure on short final. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-04Data APIEditorial standards

An airplane crashed short of the runway at Strathburn after an engine failure on final approach, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total loss of the aircraft.

What happened

During the final approach phase toward Strathburn, the aircraft experienced a critical mechanical issue. The engine failed while the plane was positioned for landing. Following this loss of power, the airplane entered a stall and subsequently impacted the ground before reaching the runway threshold.

The crash resulted in significant structural damage to the airframe, rendering it beyond repair. Both individuals on board sustained injuries in the accident.

Findings

Investigations determined that the primary factor leading to the incident was an engine failure occurring during short final approach.

Probable cause

Engine failure on short final.