On September 10, 1937, a Miles M.3B Falcon Major (registration G-AENG) operated by Phillips & Powis Aircraft was involved in an aviation accident near Scarborough, United Kingdom in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control after the airplane has been caught by strong winds. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A two-person crew was killed when their aircraft lost control and struck a cliff while participating in the Kings Cup Race, an incident attributed to severe wind conditions.
What happened
The accident occurred while the aircraft was actively competing in the Kings Cup Race. During the event, the airplane encountered strong winds that caused it to lose stability. The sudden aerodynamic forces threw the machine toward a nearby cliff, resulting in a fatal impact. Both members of the crew were killed in the crash.
Findings
The official investigation determined that the primary factor leading to the disaster was the loss of control experienced by the aircraft. This loss of control occurred specifically because the airplane was caught by strong winds during the race.
Probable cause
Loss of control after the airplane has been caught by strong winds
What happened in the 10 Sept 1937 Miles M.3B Falcon Major accident near Scarborough, United Kingdom?
A two-person crew was killed when their aircraft lost control and struck a cliff while participating in the Kings Cup Race, an incident attributed to severe wind conditions.
Were there any fatalities in the 10 Sept 1937 Miles M.3B Falcon Major accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Sept 1937 involved a Miles M.3B Falcon Major, registration G-AENG, operated by Phillips & Powis Aircraft, at Scarborough, United Kingdom.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Loss of control after the airplane has been caught by strong winds
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