Pegasus Quantum 15-912, G-BZMI, 13 September 2008

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

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 13 September 2008
• Aircraft type: Pegasus Quantum 15-912
• Location: 7 miles East of Sandy, Bedfordshire
• Registration: G-BZMI

Pegasus Quantum 15-912, G-BZMI

Summary:

The bracket which secures the front strut to the monopole had been orientated upside down; it subsequently failed in flight, causing the monopole to bend rearwards at the overcentre catch location. The pilot made a successful precautionary landing in a field.

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Published 10 December 2014