AAIB investigation to Jodel D119, G-AXFN

Came to rest inverted following a forced landing after the engine failed, Near Netherthorpe Airfield, Yorkshire, 6 May 2017

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
13 July 2017
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
6 May 2017
Aircraft type:
Jodel D119
Location:
Near Netherthorpe Airfield, Yorkshire
Registration:
G-AXFN

Summary:

The pilot reported that the engine failed without warning as he was turning crosswind after takeoff. He declared a MAYDAY and had no option other than to attempt a forced landing in a field of rape seed. The aircraft came to rest upside down but the pilot was uninjured and able to exit using the door.

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Published 13 July 2017

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