AAIB investigation to Pietenpol Air Camper, G-BWVB
Loss of power on takeoff from Loadman Farm, Hexham, Northumberland, 24 August 2020.
Summary:
Following the pre-takeoff power checks, which were carried out normally, the pilot lined up on the runway and increased power for takeoff. The aircraft accelerated along the runway and, as the tail came up, the pilot noticed that the ground roll was longer than usual. Shortly after lift-off, the engine lost power and the aircraft struck a bund with a fence on top, shearing off the landing gear and tipping the aircraft onto its back.
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Published 12 November 2020