Crash of a De Havilland DH.60X Moth in Bancroft
Date & Time:
Mar 27, 1937
Registration:
G-CAUD
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
639
YOM:
1928
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
1
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
While taking off, the aircraft was caught by a gust of wind, swerved and veered off runway before coming to rest. While both occupants were unhurt, the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Probable cause:
Caught by strong winds upon takeoff.
