On July 20, 1944, a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide (registration VH-UBN) operated by Guinea Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Tanunda, Australia in flight. 7 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A twin-engine aircraft struck Mount Kitchener southeast of Tanunda while cruising in poor weather conditions, resulting in the deaths of all seven occupants on board.
What happened
The incident occurred during a cruise phase flight under poor weather conditions. The twin engine aircraft impacted the terrain of Mt Kitchener, which is situated southeast of Tanunda. There were no survivors in this accident; all seven occupants perished. Among those killed was the pilot, who was identified as Captain Frank P. Gill.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical findings or a detailed investigation report regarding mechanical failures or human error. The primary context provided is that the aircraft was operating in adverse meteorological conditions at the time of the impact.
What happened in the 20 Jul 1944 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident near Tanunda, Australia?
A twin-engine aircraft struck Mount Kitchener southeast of Tanunda while cruising in poor weather conditions, resulting in the deaths of all seven occupants on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 20 Jul 1944 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 20 Jul 1944 involved a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide, registration VH-UBN, operated by Guinea Airways, at Tanunda, Australia.
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