Pegasus X1-R, G-MTIP, 2 August 2007

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
Sport aviation and balloons
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
2 August 2007
Aircraft type:
Pegasus X1-R
Location:
Near Berhills Lane, Seend, Wiltshire
Registration:
G-MTIP

Pegasus X1-R, G-MTIP

Summary:

Following an engine failure, the pilot attempted a forced landing into a field. During the ground roll, on a downhill gradient with damp grass, the nosewheel entered a ditch at the edge of the field, causing the aircraft to flip over and come to rest inverted on the boundary fence.

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Pegasus Xl-R, G-MTIP 02-08.pdf (242.79 kb)

Published 10 December 2014