Accident de Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth , Sunday 7 January 2024
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Date:Sunday 7 January 2024
Time:09:46
Type:Silhouette image of generic DH82 model; specific model in this crash may look slightly different    
de Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth
Owner/operator:
Registration:
MSN:
Fatalities:Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 2
Other fatalities:0
Aircraft damage: Substantial
Category:Accident
Location:Forest Field -   New Zealand
Phase: Initial climb
Nature:Private
Departure airport:
Destination airport:
Confidence Rating: Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities
Narrative:
The aircraft had just lifted off when the pilot felt the engine was not giving full power. He hesitated for a few seconds before starting his trouble checks. He was then startled as the aircraft dropped a wing, dove into the ground, and tipped over.
Both occupants were wearing helmets and were fully restrained by their seatbelts. They were able to free themselves immediately and move clear of the aircraft.

Sources:

https://www.aviation.govt.nz/assets/publications/vector/VectorWinter-2024-web-lr.pdf

Revision history:

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