Europa, G-BYJI, 28 April 2012

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
28 April 2012
Aircraft type:
Europa
Location:
Between York and Selby
Registration:
G-BYJI

Europa, G-BYJI

Summary:

The aircraft was on a local flight from Pocklington Airfield and cruising at 1,800 ft. As the pilot accelerated the aircraft to 120 kt, his door opened causing damage to the door and its mounting. The door remained attached to the aircraft but its window detached. After assessing the aircraft’s handling the pilot made an emergency call to Pocklington Airfield to request an immediate return to land. The aircraft landed without further incident.

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