AAIB investigation to Jabiru J400, G-CCPV

Pilot disorientation in inadvertent IMC, Tevioyhead, Scottish Borders, 17 August 2021.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 13 January 2022

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 17 August 2021
• Aircraft type: Jabiru J400
• Location: Tevioyhead, Northwest of Spadeadam danger area, Scottish Borders
• Registration: G-CCPV

Summary:

During a planned VFR flight, the aircraft entered cloud over high ground. The pilot quickly became disoriented and lost control. The aircraft emerged from the cloud with enough height available to regain control and the flight continued safely. Forecasts were available prior to the flight that predicted low cloud on the planned route. CAP1535S, Skyway Code version 3 includes a chapter on meteorology with advice for GA pilots on weather decision making.

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Published 13 January 2022