AAIB investigation to Quik GTR, G-CHWO

Ground collision during simulated engine failure after takeoff, north of Cooling, Kent, 10 June 2021.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 14 October 2021

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 10 June 2021
• Aircraft type: Quik GTR
• Location: North of Cooling, Kent
• Registration: G-CHWO

Summary:

The aircraft struck the ground during a simulated engine failure after takeoff due to the commander delaying taking control in sufficient time to prevent the accident.

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Quik GTR, G-CHWO 10-21

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Published 14 October 2021