AAIB investigation to Rotorsport UK Calidus, G-TGLG

Gyroplane rolled over during takeoff, Shobdon Airfield, Herefordshire, 18 March 2022.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 9 June 2022

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 18 March 2022
• Aircraft type: Rotorsport UK Calidus
• Location: Shobdon Airfield, Herefordshire
• Registration: G-TGLG

Summary:

During an aborted takeoff, the student pilot pulled the throttle and stick back. This caused the gyroplane to abruptly, pitch-up and roll to the left. The gyroplane fell on to its side and slid to a stop.

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Published 9 June 2022