Aeroprakt A22L Foxbat, G-CEWR, 5 November 2011

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
Sport aviation and balloons
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
5 November 2011
Aircraft type:
Aeroprakt A22L Foxbat
Location:
Otherton Airfield, Staffordshire
Registration:
G-CEWR

Aeroprakt A22L Foxbat, G-CEWR

Summary:

Shortly after takeoff the pilot experienced “severe vibration” which lasted for about 30 seconds after which the rudder jammed in the neutral position. The pilot was able to maintain control of the aircraft and landed back on the departure runway. The vibration had been caused by a rudder ‘flutter’ event which was caused by the seizure of the rudder anti-balance tab’s spring hinge. Two modifications have been developed by the Light Aircraft Association to prevent a recurrence.

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