Ikarus C42 FB100 VLA, G-WOLV, 16 March 2007

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
16 March 2007
Aircraft type:
Ikarus C42 FB100 VLA
Location:
Lower Upham Airfield, Hampshire
Registration:
G-WOLV

Ikarus C42 FB100 VLA, G-WOLV

Summary:

The aircraft was taking off from a grass airstrip. The ground roll had seemed normal but, when airborne, the aircraft appeared reluctant to climb. The left wing dropped, struck the ground and the aircraft cartwheeled to a halt. Both occupants escaped with only a minor injury to the passenger.

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Published 10 December 2014