AAIB investigation to Sonaca 200, G-LKDM

Loss of control during takeoff, Blackbushe Airport, Surrey, 6 August 2025

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 12 February 2026

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 6 August 2025
• Aircraft type: Sonaca 200
• Location: Blackbushe Airport, Surrey
• Registration: G-LKDM

The aircraft veered left during the takeoff roll and departed the runway. It collided with an antenna on the grass to the left of the runway and was extensively damaged. The solo student pilot on board sustained serious injuries.

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Sonaca 200, G-LKDM 02-26

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Published 12 February 2026