On March 3, 1961, a De Havilland DH.90 Dragonfly (registration G-AEWZ) operated by Private Great Britain was involved in an aviation accident near Birmingham, United Kingdom during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during its climb phase shortly after takeoff. 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.
An aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall shortly after departing Birmingham Airport, resulting in a crash in an Elmdon field with no fatalities.
What happened
During the initial climb phase following departure from Birmingham Airport, the aircraft encountered an aerodynamic stall. This loss of lift caused the plane to descend into a nearby field situated in the Elmdon area.
While the impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe, there were no injuries reported among those on board. The incident occurred in close proximity to the airfield during the early stages of flight.
Findings
The aircraft entered a stall state while climbing.
The crash occurred in an agricultural field in Elmdon.
The airframe was a total loss following the impact.
Probable cause
The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during its climb phase shortly after takeoff.
What happened in the 3 Mar 1961 De Havilland DH.90 Dragonfly accident near Birmingham, United Kingdom?
An aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall shortly after departing Birmingham Airport, resulting in a crash in an Elmdon field with no fatalities.
Were there any fatalities in the 3 Mar 1961 De Havilland DH.90 Dragonfly accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 3 Mar 1961 involved a De Havilland DH.90 Dragonfly, registration G-AEWZ, operated by Private Great Britain, at Birmingham, United Kingdom.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during its climb phase shortly after takeoff.
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