Cessna 172M Skyhawk, G-TRIO, 23 February 2008

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Field investigation
Date of occurrence:
23 February 2008
Aircraft type:
Cessna 172M Skyhawk
Location:
23 February 2008 Farthing Common, Kent
Registration:
G-TRIO

Cessna 172M Skyhawk, G-TRIO

Summary:

The pilot was flying on a cross country flight when the weather conditions deteriorated. When the aircraft entered cloud, the pilot tried to regain visual flight conditions by turning and descending. As he did so the aircraft flew into and came to rest in some trees. Both occupants escaped unassisted with minor injuries.

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Published 10 December 2014