AAIB investigation to Rans S6-ES, G-CDVF

Loss of engine power after takeoff, Shifnal, 5 July 2015.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 14 April 2016

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 5 July 2015
• Aircraft type: Rans S6-ES
• Location: Shifnal Airfield, Shropshire
• Registration: G-CDVF

Summary:

The aircraft suffered an uncommanded loss of engine rpm shortly after take-off. The aircraft struck the ground in a steep nose down attitude seriously injuring the pilot and the passenger.

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Published 14 April 2016