AAIB investigation to FLS Aerospace Sprint 160, G-SCLX

Failure to clear obstacles during takeoff, Kirdford, West Sussex, 10 April 2014.

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

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 10 April 2014
• Aircraft type: FLS Aerospace Sprint 160
• Location: Kirdford, West Sussex
• Registration: G-SCLX

Summary:

The aircraft lifted off from a private grass airstrip but failed to climb away. Its tail struck a wire fence at the end of the strip and the aircraft was bought to a stop in the field beyond. The aircraft, which was taking off in calm conditions with an increased flap setting, appeared to have encountered conditions which exceeded its performance capabilities.

Download report:

FLS Aerospace Sprint 160 G-SCLX 08-14.pdf (160.86 kb)

Published 10 December 2014