On June 8, 1931, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration VH-UPX) operated by Australian Government - Department of Defence was involved in an aviation accident near Tallarock, Australia in flight. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A pilot performing a training flight for the Department of Defence lost control of the aircraft over Tallarock, resulting in a fatal crash on the ground.
What happened
The incident involved a training flight conducted on behalf of the Civil Aviation Branch of the Department of Defence. The pilot departed from Melbourne-Essendon Airport with the intention of flying north. While traversing the airspace over Tallarock, located in the region of Seymour, the pilot lost control of the aircraft. The loss of control resulted in the plane crashing onto the ground. The pilot was killed in the accident.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical findings or a detailed probable cause determination beyond the statement that the pilot lost control of the aircraft.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 8 Jun 1931 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Tallarock, Australia?
A pilot performing a training flight for the Department of Defence lost control of the aircraft over Tallarock, resulting in a fatal crash on the ground.
Were there any fatalities in the 8 Jun 1931 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 8 Jun 1931 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration VH-UPX, operated by Australian Government - Department of Defence, at Tallarock, Australia.
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