Powerchute Kestrel microlight, G-MWGV, 10 June 2007

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
Sport aviation and balloons
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
10 June 2007
Aircraft type:
Powerchute Kestrel microlight
Location:
Charlemont, Armagh, Northern Ireland
Registration:
G-MWGV

Powerchute Kestrel microlight, G-MWGV

Summary:

The aircraft collided with a hedge as the pilot attempted to avoid power lines during takeoff. A causal factor was the pilot’s decision to take off part way down the field, rather than use the full length available.

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Powerchute Kestrel microlight, G-MWGV 09-07.pdf (242.16 kb)

Published 10 December 2014