On November 4, 1932, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration CF-CDD) operated by Border Cities Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near Walkerville, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft overturned shortly after departing Walkerville, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total loss of the airframe due to a post-crash fire.
What happened
The incident occurred immediately following departure from Walkerville. During the initial climb phase, the airplane lost stability and overturned. The aircraft impacted the ground upside down and subsequently caught fire. Both individuals on board sustained injuries in the crash. The structural integrity of the airframe was compromised by the impact, leading to a post-crash fire that completely destroyed the machine.
Findings
The source material indicates that the accident resulted in the total loss of the aircraft due to the intensity of the post-impact fire. While specific mechanical or human factors are not detailed in the provided text, the sequence confirms that the overturning event occurred shortly after takeoff, leading directly to the fatal structural failure and subsequent combustion.
What happened in the 4 Nov 1932 De Havilland DH.60 Moth accident near Walkerville, Canada?
An aircraft overturned shortly after departing Walkerville, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total loss of the airframe due to a post-crash fire.
Were there any fatalities in the 4 Nov 1932 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 4 Nov 1932 involved a De Havilland DH.60 Moth, registration CF-CDD, operated by Border Cities Aero Club, at Walkerville, Canada.
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