AAIB investigation to Beech F33A, G-MOAC

Controlled flight into terrain, Alderney Airport, Guernsey, 9 September 2022.

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
9 February 2023
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
9 September 2022
Aircraft type:
Beech F33A
Location:
Alderney Airport, Guernsey
Registration:
G-MOAC

Summary:

The aircraft was approaching Runway 26 at Alderney. The pilot lost sight of the runway due to the glare from the sun and descended below the glide path. The aircraft struck the runway approach lights with both wings and the propellor before reaching the threshold. The aircraft was extensively damaged but all those on board were uninjured.

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Published 9 February 2023