Auster J5G Cirrus Autocar, G-ARKG, 30 November 2013

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

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 30 November 2013
• Aircraft type: Auster J5G Cirrus Autocar
• Location: Near Oakham, East Midlands
• Registration: G-ARKG

Auster J5G Cirrus Autocar, G-ARKG

Summary:

The aircraft was engaged in practising steep turns when the right aileron cable broke. After a safe landing, it was found that the cable had failed because it had short-circuited the contacts of a wind-driven generator in the right wing leading edge. The generator had moved rearwards because of slackening of the grip of its mounting clamp.

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Auster J5G Cirrus Autocar, G-ARKG 05-14.pdf (198.01 kb)

Published 10 December 2014