Vans RV-6A, G-RVGC and DA 40D Diamond Star, G-CEZR, 4 July 2011

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Field investigation
Date of occurrence:
4 July 2011
Aircraft type:
Vans RV-6A and DA 40D Diamond Star
Location:
Shoreham Airport, West Sussex
Registration:
G-RVGC and G-CEZR

Vans RV-6A, G-RVGC and DA 40D Diamond Star, G-CEZR

Summary:

Two aircraft collided, in good weather, in the visual circuit. G-CEZR was rejoining the circuit on the crosswind leg and G-RVGC was on the downwind leg. G-RVGC was rendered uncontrollable by the collision and the pilot was fatally injured when the aircraft struck the ground. G-CEZR, though damaged, was able to land without further damage or injury.

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Vans RV-6A G-RVGC and DA 40D Diamond Star G-CEZR 06-12.pdf (3,636.90 kb)

Published 10 December 2014