Gemini Flash 2 Alpha microlight G-MTJZ, 11 July 2006

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

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 11 July 2006
• Aircraft type: Gemini Flash 2 Alpha microlight
• Location: Field in Rocester, near Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
• Registration: G-MTJZ

Gemini Flash 2 Alpha microlight, G-MTJZ

Summary:

During a cross-country flight the engine failed due to fuel exhaustion. Because changing fuel tanks in flight was an awkward procedure the commander elected to land in a field and then change tanks once on the ground. During the glide approach to his selected field he encountered an unexpected downdraft which forced him to turn and land in a less suitable field. The aircraft hit a rut in the ground which caused the nosewheel to collapse and the right wing tip to hit the ground. The aircraft had sufficient fuel in both tanks for the flight but the fuel in one tank was not sufficient for the flight given the hot weather and the high power setting used.

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Published 10 December 2014