Hybred 44XLR, G-MWRM, 1 September 2010

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
Sport aviation and balloons
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
1 September 2010
Aircraft type:
Hybred 44XLR
Location:
Sackville Farm Airstrip, Riseley, Bedfordshire
Registration:
G-MWRM

Hybred 44XLR, G-MWRM

Summary:

The pilot had been flying circuits for approximately 30 minutes with no abnormal indications. Then, following rotation and climb out to 200 ft agl, the engine stopped abruptly with the rpm dropping to zero. The pilot landed in a field, but touched down fast at around 50 mph. The nosewheel dug into the ground and the aircraft rolled over, causing extensive damage to the airframe but no injuries.

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Published 10 December 2014