Reims Cessna FA152 Aerobat, G-MPBH, 28 April 2012

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
28 April 2012
Aircraft type:
Reims Cessna FA152 Aerobat
Location:
11 nm south-west of RAF Kinloss
Registration:
G-MPBH

Reims Cessna FA152 Aerobat, G-MPBH

Summary:

The pilot carried out a bird avoidance manoeuvre, during which he closed the throttle. When the throttle was opened again the engine did not respond. Restart attempts were not successful and the pilot carried out a forced landing. Although the aircraft sustained damage, neither aircraft occupant was injured.

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Published 10 December 2014