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AAIB Report: Grob G103C Twin III Acro (G-CFWC), Stalling and collision with trees

During a simulated failed winch launch, a Grob G103C Twin III Acro stalled and collided with trees at Usk Airfield, Monmouthshire.

Figure 4 Recorded GPS flightpath of aircraft

The accident occurred during a simulated failed winch launch. The glider was initially flown away from the airfield at a low height and, whilst turning back to land, stalled and collided with trees on the edge of the airfield. Both occupants were seriously injured.

As a result of the investigation, safety action has been taken with the assistance of the BGA to improve the gliding club’s operations.

Read the report.

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Published 19 January 2023