AAIB investigation to Pioneer 300, G-LEAH

Rough running engine after takeoff and forced landing, Ludham Airfield, Norfolk, 19 June 2022.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 8 December 2022

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 19 June 2022
• Aircraft type: Pioneer 300
• Location: Ludham Airfield, Norfolk
• Registration: G-LEAH

Summary:

Shortly after takeoff the aircraft developed a rough running engine and suffered a reduction in engine power. The aircraft was unable to maintain height to allow a return to the airfield and the pilot landed in a field during which the aircraft was extensively damaged. The pilot had recently refuelled the aircraft with E10 Mogas, which the LAA does not approve for use on their Permit to Fly aircraft.

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Published 8 December 2022