AAIB investigation to HAPI Cygnet SF-2A, G-BWFN

Forced landing following loss of engine power, near Blithfield Reservoir, Staffordshire, 3 July 2014.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 16 December 2014

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 3 July 2014
• Aircraft type: HAPI Cygnet SF-2A
• Location: Near Blithfield Reservoir, Staffordshire
• Registration: G-BWFN

Summary:

During the initial climb, following a takeoff from Runway 23, the aircraft’s engine lost power. The pilot carried out a forced landing into a field but the ground conditions were rough and the aircraft’s landing gear collapsed on touchdown. The two occupants both suffered some minor injuries but were able to vacate the aircraft unassisted.

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HAPI Cygnet SF-2A G-BWFN 12-14

Published 16 December 2014