AAIB investigation to Cozy Mk IV, G-BYLZ

Cozy Mk IV (G-BYLZ), loss of engine power on final approach, Gloucestershire Airport, 18 March 2025

The aircraft was on final approach to Runway 09 at Gloucestershire Airport when the engine lost power, resulting in the aircraft landing short of the runway and colliding with the ILS localiser antenna array. A plastic air induction elbow attached to the engine had softened and collapsed during the landing approach, causing the loss of power. The Light Aircraft Association (LAA) intends to take two safety actions in response to this accident concerning the use of 3D printed parts.

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Cozy Mk IV, G-BYLZ 01-26

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Published 4 December 2025