AAIB investigation to Diamond DA 42 NG Twin Star, G-SLCT

Nosewheel detached during touch-and-go, Runway 21L at Stapleford Aerodrome, Essex, 4 March 2020.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 11 June 2020

• Category: Commercial - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 4 March 2020
• Aircraft type: Diamond DA 42 NG Twin Star
• Location: Stapleford Aerodrome, Essex
• Registration: G-SLCT

Summary:

On the first touch-and-go of a circuit training detail, the aircraft ballooned during landing and the instructor took control. He retracted flaps and applied full power for takeoff. During the ensuing takeoff roll the aircraft travelled past the point where the runway surface changed from asphalt to grass. Due to recent inclement weather the ground condition was soft. Despite continuing to apply full power, the aircraft did not accelerate and the instructor elected to bring the aircraft to a stop. While decelerating, the aircraft’s nosewheel sunk into the soft earth and separated from the aircraft.

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Published 11 June 2020