AAIB investigation to JS-MD 3, G-JSMD
Loss of control during winch launch, Nympsfield Airfield, Gloucestershire, 15 June 2023
During a winch launch, the aircraft was seen to pitch up into a steep climb. The left wing then dropped, and the aircraft lost control and struck the ground. The pilot recalled little after the launch but believed he may have slid backwards in the seat during the launch.
The BGA have highlighted two safety areas around winch launching and ensuring adequate restraints prior to launch.
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Published 8 February 2024