AAIB investigation to Cameron Z-350 Hot Air Balloon, G-CERC

Struck a powerline on approach to land, near Wick, Bath, 15 September 2018.

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
9 May 2019
Category:
Sport aviation and balloons
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
15 September 2018
Aircraft type:
Cameron Z-350 Hot Air Balloon
Location:
Near Wick, Bath
Registration:
G-CERC

Summary:

The hot air balloon struck a low-level powerline on the final approach to land. The commander had been unable to see the powerline until it was too late to avoid. All passengers were able to exit the basket without injury.

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Cameron Z-350 Hot Air Balloon, G-CERC 05-19

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Published 9 May 2019