AAIB investigation to FLS Aerospace Sprint 160, G-SCLX

Failure to clear obstacles during takeoff, Kirdford, West Sussex, 10 April 2014.

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
10 April 2014
Aircraft type:
FLS Aerospace Sprint 160
Location:
Kirdford, West Sussex
Registration:
G-SCLX

Summary:

The aircraft lifted off from a private grass airstrip but failed to climb away. Its tail struck a wire fence at the end of the strip and the aircraft was bought to a stop in the field beyond. The aircraft, which was taking off in calm conditions with an increased flap setting, appeared to have encountered conditions which exceeded its performance capabilities.

Download report:

FLS Aerospace Sprint 160 G-SCLX 08-14.pdf (160.86 kb)

Published 10 December 2014