AAIB investigation to DH87B Hornet Moth, G-ADLY

Collided with runway PAPI on takeoff, Earls Colne, Essex, 7 May 2018.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 8 November 2018

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 7 May 2018
• Aircraft type: DH87B Hornet Moth
• Location: Earls Colne, Essex
• Registration: G-ADLY

Summary:

On takeoff, from Earls Colne, G-ADLY deviated from the runway centreline and contacted the PAPIs causing damage to the landing gear struts and wing fabric.

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DH87B Hornet Moth, G-ADLY 11-18

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Published 8 November 2018