Crash of a De Havilland DH.60X Moth in Auchterarder
Date & Time:
Jul 16, 1929
Registration:
G-EBZO
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
683
YOM:
1928
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
1
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
James Denby Roberts, pilot and owner of the aircraft, was performing a pleasure flight in the area of Auchterarder, accompanied by his wife. En route, the engine failed and the pilot attempted an emergency landing. The aircraft came to rest in a field and was damaged beyond repair. Both occupants were injured.
Probable cause:
Engine failure.
