AAIB investigation to Vickers Slingsby T65A Vega, G-EECK

Canopy opened in flight followed by loss of control, Portmoak, Kinross, 13 October 2021.

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
14 July 2022
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
13 October 2021
Aircraft type:
Vickers Slingsby T65A Vega
Location:
Near Portmoak Airfield, Scotlandwell, Kinross
Registration:
G-EECK

Summary:

The pilot lost control of the glider after the canopy became insecure soon after takeoff.

The canopy had not been secured properly during the pre-flight preparation due to the pilot, and a person assisting him with the canopy, being distracted.

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