Aeronca 7ACA Champ, G-HAMP, 1 September 2011

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

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Field investigation
• Date of occurrence: 1 September 2011
• Aircraft type: Aeronca 7ACA Champ
• Location: Lowfold Farm Airstrip, Wisborough Green, West Sussex
• Registration: G-HAMP

Aeronca 7ACA Champ, G-HAMP

Summary:

The aircraft landed heavily having encountered downdrafts on approach to a farm strip. One Safety Recommendation was made concerning the use of energy-absorbing foam cushions.

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Aeronca 7ACA Champ G-HAMP 10-12.pdf (272.85 kb)

Published 10 December 2014