On May 12, 1927, a De Havilland DH.9 (registration G-EBLH) operated by De Havilland School of Flying was involved in an aviation accident near White Waltham, United Kingdom during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A solo pilot lost control during approach to White Waltham, resulting in a fatal crash in a field near Stag Lane.
What happened
The incident involved a training flight operated by a single pilot. The aircraft departed from Stag Lane with the intention of proceeding to White Waltham. During the final approach phase, the pilot lost control of the airplane. The loss of control resulted in the aircraft crashing into a field. The impact caused the destruction of the airframe and resulted in the death of the sole occupant.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical findings or contributing factors beyond the immediate loss of control during approach. No further investigative conclusions are detailed in the provided text.
What happened in the 12 May 1927 De Havilland DH.9 accident near White Waltham, United Kingdom?
A solo pilot lost control during approach to White Waltham, resulting in a fatal crash in a field near Stag Lane.
Were there any fatalities in the 12 May 1927 De Havilland DH.9 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 12 May 1927 involved a De Havilland DH.9, registration G-EBLH, operated by De Havilland School of Flying, at White Waltham, United Kingdom.
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