Gemini Flash IIA, G-MVXB, 13 July 2013

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

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 13 July 2013
• Aircraft type: Gemini Flash IIA
• Location: Eshott Airfield, Northumberland
• Registration: G-MVXB

Gemini Flash IIA, G-MVXB

Summary:

The flex-wing microlight was engaged on a training exercise when the accident occurred. The weather was fine, with a surface wind from 090° at 10 kt. The student pilot flew a normal approach and landing to Runway 08 and, as the aircraft slowed, made a steering input to turn to the left in order to vacate the runway. As he did so, the instructor’s right foot became stuck between the rear steering control and the right fuselage side, preventing the student from returning the steering to centre. The aircraft steered sharply to the left, causing it to roll to the right and overturn. Neither occupant was injured.

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Published 10 December 2014