Jodel D18, G-BWVV, 26 June 2011

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Field investigation
Date of occurrence:
26 June 2011
Aircraft type:
Jodel D18
Location:
North Coates Airfield, Lincolnshire
Registration:
G-BWVV

Jodel D18, G-BWVV

Summary:

The pilot was returning to land at his home airfield because of a rough running engine. He was poorly positioned for his first approach so he went around and flew a circuit at low level. While attempting to line up on final approach the aircraft stalled and spun into the ground. The pilot was injured but was able to evacuate the aircraft unassisted. He had little experience on type and it is probable that he mistakenly operated the choke instead of the carburettor heat causing the fuel /air mixture to become too rich.

Download report:

Jodel D18, G-BWVV 11-11.pdf (2,192.73 kb)

Published 10 December 2014