AAIB investigation to Druine D.31 Turbulent (modified), G-AREZ

Engine failure shortly after takeoff, Easterton Airfield, Birnie, Elgin, 8 July 2021.

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

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 8 July 2021
• Aircraft type: Druine D.31 Turbulent (modified)
• Location: Easterton Airfield, Birnie, Elgin
• Registration: G-AREZ

Summary:

The engine failed shortly after takeoff. The pilot began a left turn to avoid trees ahead, but the aircraft stalled in the turn and struck the ground. During the touchdown the aircraft broke up and the pilot sustained serious injuries.

The loss of power was possibly caused by an interruption of electrical power to the ignition system.

Bulletin Correction

A correction was issued online concerning this report on 17 March 2022.

Full details of the correction can be downloaded below:

Druine D.31 Turbulent (modified), G-AREZ Correction 05-22

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Druine D.31 Turbulent (modified), G-AREZ 02-22

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Published 10 February 2022