AAIB investigation to Rotorsport UK Calidus, G-CPTR

Gyroplane rolled onto its side during takeoff due to inappropriate control inputs, Popham Airfield, Hampshire, 10 August 2017.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 14 December 2017

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 10 August 2017
• Aircraft type: Rotorsport UK Calidus
• Location: Popham Airfield, Hampshire
• Registration: G-CPTR

Summary:

The control stick was moved to the aft position during the takeoff run, the rotors struck the ground and the gyroplane rolled onto its side.

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Rotorsport UK Calidus, G-CPTR 12-17

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Published 14 December 2017