AAIB investigation to Beagle B121 Series 2 Pup, G-TSKY

Loss of power after takeoff leading to forced landing, 0.5 miles north-west of Bembridge Airfield, Isle of Wight, 12 July 2018.

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
27 June 2019
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Field investigation
Date of occurrence:
12 July 2018
Aircraft type:
Beagle B121 Series 2 Pup
Location:
0.5 miles north-west of Bembridge Airfield, Isle of Wight
Registration:
G-TSKY

Summary:

Shortly after takeoff the engine lost power and the aircraft made a forced landing in marshland. Both occupants suffered serious injuries. The most likely cause of the loss of power was fuel starvation but the cause of the fuel starvation could not be determined.

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Beagle B121 Series 2 Pup, G-TSKY 08-19

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Published 27 June 2019