Pierre Robin DR400/180, G-LARA, 31 July 2006

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

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 31 July 2006
• Aircraft type: Pierre Robin DR400/180
• Registration: G-LARA

Pierre Robin DR400/180, G-LARA

Summary:

After touchdown the aircraft veered left. The left wing tip struck a bank which caused the aircraft to veer further left, resulting in the left wing and left tailplane striking some fence posts. Once the aircraft came to rest the pilot was able to exit normally. The pilot reported that the accident may have been caused by wind shear or by his misjudgement.

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Pierre Robin DR400 180, G-LARA 02-07.pdf (238.61 kb)

Published 10 December 2014