DH82A Tiger Moth, G-AOHY, 24 May 2012

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

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 24 May 2012
• Aircraft type: DH82A Tiger Moth
• Location: Wickenby Airfield, Lincolnshire
• Registration: G-AOHY

DH82A Tiger Moth, G-AOHY

Summary:

The aircraft was approaching a grass landing area of restricted length with an inoperative airspeed indicator. It became low on final approach and struck standing crops immediately before the landing area, pitching forward and coming to rest inverted. Although experienced, the pilot had limited recent training or experience on type.

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Published 10 December 2014