AAIB investigation to DA 40 NG, G-CTSR

Runway overrun after attempted go-around, Cranfield Airport, 3 September 2021.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 November 2022

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 3 September 2021
• Aircraft type: DA 40 NG
• Location: Cranfield Airport, Bedfordshire
• Registration: G-CTSR

Summary:

While flying a solo visual circuit the student pilot elected to go around due to an unstable approach. During the go-round the aircraft descended as it flew along the runway. It subsequently struck the airport perimeter hedge and came to rest in an adjacent field. The pilot sustained minor injuries.

It was discovered that the aircraft did not have the performance to climb during the go‑around as the engine power applied during the go-around was recorded to be about 13%.

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Published 10 November 2022