On December 2, 1930, a Simmonds Spartan (registration G-AAWM) operated by Brooklands School of Flying was involved in an aviation accident near Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom in flight. No fatalities were reported. 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 training flight departed Brooklands Airport but crashed near Clacton-on-Sea due to foggy conditions. The pilot was rescued, and the aircraft sustained irreparable damage.
What happened
The incident involved a solo training flight that originated from Brooklands Airport. During the journey, the aircraft encountered foggy weather conditions. As a result of these reduced visibility circumstances, the airplane crashed in the vicinity of Clacton-on-Sea, Essex. Emergency services responded to the scene, and the pilot was successfully rescued from the wreckage. The airframe sustained significant structural damage, rendering it beyond repair.
Findings
The specific date of this mishap is currently uncertain within available records. While the crash occurred during a training exercise in poor visibility, detailed investigative findings regarding specific mechanical failures or procedural errors are not provided in the source material.
What happened in the 2 Dec 1930 Simmonds Spartan accident near Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom?
A solo training flight departed Brooklands Airport but crashed near Clacton-on-Sea due to foggy conditions. The pilot was rescued, and the aircraft sustained irreparable damage.
Were there any fatalities in the 2 Dec 1930 Simmonds Spartan accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 2 Dec 1930 involved a Simmonds Spartan, registration G-AAWM, operated by Brooklands School of Flying, at Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom.
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