Avid Speedwing, G-RAFV, 2 August 2010

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
2 August 2010
Aircraft type:
Avid Speedwing
Location:
Firs Farm, Leckhampstead, West Berkshire
Registration:
G-RAFV

Avid Speedwing, G-RAFV

Summary:

On 2 August 2010 the aircraft ground looped during a landing at a farm strip. This had occurred previously, on 22 June 2010, to a co-owner. The pilot in the August event reported that only light lateral force was required for the tailwheel to castor freely, with weak centering springs making directional control difficult. With the mechanical problem rectified, the pilot reported the ground handling much improved. The accidents were not reported to the AAIB at the time as the two pilots did not appreciate that this is a statutory requirement.

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Published 10 December 2014