AAIB investigation to Piper PA-28-140, G-AWBG

Piper PA-28-140 (G-AWBG), took off with towbar attached, Perth Airport, 22 April 2024

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 12 September 2024

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 22 April 2024
• Aircraft type: Piper PA-28-140
• Location: Perth Airport
• Registration: G-AWBG

During preparation for a flight, the pilot removed the aircraft from the hangar with the assistance of another individual which required attaching a towbar to the nosewheel. Once the aircraft was out of the hangar, the pilot engaged in discussion with the individual and forgot to remove the towbar.

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Published 12 September 2024