AAIB investigation to Cessna FA152 Aerobat, G-WACH

Loss of engine power resulting in forced landing, Field near Quainton, Buckinghamshire, 7 May 2019.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 October 2019

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 7 May 2019
• Aircraft type: Cessna FA152 Aerobat
• Location: Field near Quainton, Buckinghamshire
• Registration: G-WACH

Summary:

The aircraft struck a hedge and concealed ditch while making a forced landing in a field following a loss of engine power. There were no injuries. Examination of the engine did not identify any technical reason for the loss of power and the flying school considered insufficient or inconsistent fuel flow to the engine as a likely cause. Additionally, the possibility of carburettor icing could not be excluded.

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Published 10 October 2019