AAIB investigation to Jodel D18, G-BODT
Aircraft struck the ground shortly after takeoff, Portmoak Airfield, Kinross, 27 October 2025
During the takeoff ground roll from Portmoak Airfield, the aircraft yawed sharply to the right. After becoming airborne, while still yawed, it then rolled to the right and entered a descending turn. Approximately six seconds after takeoff the aircraft struck the ground in a field to the north of the runway. The aircraft was destroyed and the pilot was fatally injured. No mechanical or technical defects were identified which would have prevented normal control of the aircraft. It is possible that the pilot suffered either a partial or complete incapacitation during the takeoff roll.
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Published 16 July 2026