ARV1 Super 2, G-BMWE, 26 August 2006

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 December 2014

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 26 August 2006
• Aircraft type: ARV1 Super 2
• Location: Edingale, Derbyshire
• Registration: G-BMWE

ARV1 Super 2, G-BMWE

Summary:

The engine water pump drive belt broke causing the engine to overheat. The pilot shut the engine down and during the subsequent forced landing the aircraft landed heavily on the nose wheel, which collapsed causing the aircraft to turn over onto its back.

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ARV1 Super 2, G-BMWE 11-06.pdf (250.25 kb)

Published 10 December 2014