Dart Kitten II, G-AEXT, 11 August 2009

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 December 2014

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 11 August 2009
• Aircraft type: Dart Kitten II
• Location: Marsh Hill Farm, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
• Registration: G-AEXT

Dart Kitten II, G-AEXT

Summary:

Whilst landing at a relatively narrow airstrip, in an aircraft that the pilot was not familiar with, a heavy landing ensued on the right main gear. This caused the right main wheel tyre to burst. Debris released from the tyre and wheel caused minor damage to the underside of the right wing. The aircraft slewed to the right came to rest at the edge of the strip.

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Published 10 December 2014