On December 5, 1933, a General Aircraft ST-4 Monospar (registration G-ACKT) operated by Mary du Caurroy was involved in an aviation accident near Lidlington, United Kingdom in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Collision with high-tension cables during low-altitude flight. 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 light aircraft struck high-tension power lines while flying at low altitude, resulting in the death of the pilot and minor injuries to the passenger.
What happened
The incident involved a private joyride departing from Woburn Abbey. The aircraft carried two occupants: the pilot and one passenger. While operating at a low cruising altitude, the airplane collided with high-tension cables. Following the impact with the overhead infrastructure, the machine crashed into an open field nearby.
Findings
The collision resulted in significant casualties. The passenger sustained minor injuries during the accident. In contrast, the pilot suffered critical trauma and passed away later that same day due to the severity of the wounds received in the crash.
Probable cause
Collision with high-tension cables during low-altitude flight
What happened in the 5 Dec 1933 General Aircraft ST-4 Monospar accident near Lidlington, United Kingdom?
A light aircraft struck high-tension power lines while flying at low altitude, resulting in the death of the pilot and minor injuries to the passenger.
Were there any fatalities in the 5 Dec 1933 General Aircraft ST-4 Monospar accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 5 Dec 1933 involved a General Aircraft ST-4 Monospar, registration G-ACKT, operated by Mary du Caurroy, at Lidlington, United Kingdom.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Collision with high-tension cables during low-altitude flight
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