Thruster T600N 450, G-CBIO, 17 January 2012

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

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 17 January 2012
• Aircraft type: Thruster T600N 450
• Location: Near Compton Abbas Airfield, Dorset
• Registration: G-CBIO

Thruster T600N 450, G-CBIO

Summary:

Following a reduction in engine power due to carburettor icing, the pilot made a forced landing in a field during which the aircraft turned over. The aircraft’s carburettor heat system had been modified in an unapproved manner, rendering the aircraft more susceptible to carburettor icing. Two safety actions are being implemented as a result of this accident.

Download report:

Thruster T600N 450 G-CBIO 08-12.pdf (3,854.17 kb)

An addendum was added to this report and published in the February 2/2013 Bulletin
Click to view the addendum

Published 10 December 2014