DG505 Elan Orion, BGA 4432 JDN
Report name:
DG505 Elan Orion, BGA 4432 JDN
DG505 Elan Orion, BGA 4432 JDN
Registration:
BGA 4432 JDN
BGA 4432 JDN
Type:
DG505 Elan Orion
DG505 Elan Orion
Location:
North Hill Airfield, Broadhembury, Honiton, Devon
North Hill Airfield, Broadhembury, Honiton, Devon
Date of occurrence:
22 April 2007
22 April 2007
Category:
Sport Aviation/Balloons
Sport Aviation/Balloons
Summary:
The accident occurred during a solo flight, the purpose of which was to convert an experienced glider pilot on to type. On approach, the glider was seen to enter a steep dive and strike the ground, seriously injuring the pilot. The dive was caused by the failure of a piece of electric cable being used to restrain the hinged rear cockpit headrest. This allowed the headrest to fall forward, restricting the rearward travel of the rear cockpit control column resulting in a loss of control. The electrical cable had been fitted as a replacement for the original nylon cord, installed by the manufacturer, which had become damaged. Two safety recommendations have been made.
The accident occurred during a solo flight, the purpose of which was to convert an experienced glider pilot on to type. On approach, the glider was seen to enter a steep dive and strike the ground, seriously injuring the pilot. The dive was caused by the failure of a piece of electric cable being used to restrain the hinged rear cockpit headrest. This allowed the headrest to fall forward, restricting the rearward travel of the rear cockpit control column resulting in a loss of control. The electrical cable had been fitted as a replacement for the original nylon cord, installed by the manufacturer, which had become damaged. Two safety recommendations have been made.
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