AAIB investigation to Morane Saulnier MS.315E D2, G-BZNK

Forced landing following loss of power, near Sidmouth, Devon, 5 May 2018.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 13 September 2018

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 5 May 2018
• Aircraft type: Morane Saulnier MS.315E D2
• Location: Sidmouth Beach, Devon
• Registration: G-BZNK

Summary:

The aircraft made a successful forced landing on a beach following a loss of engine power. A spring in the fuel primer operating system had become disconnected, causing the primer to continue operating and resulting in the available fuel being consumed faster than expected.

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Morane Saulnier MS.315E D2, G-BZNK 09-18

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Published 13 September 2018