AAIB investigation to Pegasus Quik, G-CCWR

Struck trees on approach, Farway Common Airfield, near Honiton, Devon, 18 April 2014.

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
16 December 2014
Category:
Sport aviation and balloons
Report type:
Bulletin - Field investigation
Date of occurrence:
18 April 2014
Aircraft type:
Pegasus Quik
Location:
Farway Common Airfield, near Honiton, Devon
Registration:
G-CCWR

Summary:

The aircraft was on final approach to land on a grass runway when it veered right and struck the tops of trees a short distance before the runway threshold. It then descended steeply and hit the ground on its left side. The pilot was fatally injured and the passenger suffered serious injuries. No pre-impact faults with the aircraft or engine were identified; it was probable that turbulence and downdraughts contributed to the aircraft’s descent into trees.

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Pegasus Quik G-CCWR 12-14

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Published 16 December 2014
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