Ultramagic SA N-250 balloon, G-VBFA, 23 May 2012

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

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 23 May 2012
• Aircraft type: Ultramagic SA N-250 balloon
• Location: 13 nm north-west of Plymouth
• Registration: G-VBFA

Ultramagic SA N-250 balloon, G-VBFA

Summary:

Following a firm but otherwise normal landing, a male passenger complained of pain in both legs which prevented him moving. The 62-year old passenger was subsequently taken to hospital and found to have suffered a serious injury to each leg. There were no other reported casualties.

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Ultramagic SA N-250 balloon G-VBFA 10-12.pdf (332.12 kb)

Published 10 December 2014