AAIB investigation to Chaser S 447, G-MYYD

Loss of directional control after landing, Barhams Mill Farm Airfield, Egerton, Kent, 18 July 2018.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 14 February 2019

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 18 July 2018
• Aircraft type: Chaser S 447
• Location: Barhams Mill Farm Airfield, Kent
• Registration: G-MYYD

Summary:

The pilot had difficulty controlling the microlight’s direction after landing due to the position of the steering yoke relative to the throttle. This led to him over-correcting when the aircraft deviated to the right, causing it to tip over.

This was the pilot’s first flight on the type and he considered the space around his legs and feet was restricted, contributing to his problems controlling the aircraft.

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Published 14 February 2019