AAIB investigation to DHC-1 Chipmunk 22, G-BCPU

Loss of control due to flying control restriction, near White Waltham Airfield, Berkshire, 8 September 2018.

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

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 8 September 2018
• Aircraft type: DHC-1 Chipmunk 22
• Location: Near White Waltham Airfield, Berkshire
• Registration: G-BCPU

Summary:

During an aerobatic display the aircraft failed to respond to the pilot’s control inputs due to a restriction in the rudder control circuit caused by a loose article. The pilot was able regain control of the aircraft and made a successful landing.

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Published 14 March 2019