DHC-8-311, G-WOWA, 31 December 2006

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

• Category: Commercial - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 31 December 2006
• Aircraft type: DHC-8-311
• Location: Newquay (Cornwall) Airport
• Registration: G-WOWA

DHC-8-311, G-WOWA

Summary:

Whilst landing at Newquay (Cornwall) Airport in turbulent conditions, the aircraft’s tail struck the runway. Flight data information showed that an excessive pitch attitude had been achieved just prior to touchdown, whilst the airspeed was below the intended approach speed.

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Published 10 December 2014