AAIB investigation to Gemini Flash II, G-MTGA

Struck fence during takeoff, private strip, Northiam, East Sussex, 21 June 2014.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 December 2014

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 21 June 2014
• Aircraft type: Gemini Flash II
• Location: Private strip, Northiam, East Sussex
• Registration: G-MTGA

Summary:

The aircraft drifted to the left shortly after takeoff from Runway 02. The left wheel struck a fence on the side of the runway, causing the aircraft to hit the ground. The aircraft was damaged but there were no injuries. The pilot stated that the location of the fence on the edge of the narrow 18 m strip, and the variable wind conditions, contributed to the accident.

Download report:

Gemini Flash II G-MTGA 11-14.pdf

Published 10 December 2014