Cameron A-300 Hot Air Balloon, G-SNIF, 7 August 2008

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 December 2014

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Field investigation
• Date of occurrence: 7 August 2008
• Aircraft type: Cameron A-300 Hot Air Balloon
• Location: Croxton, Staffordshire
• Registration: G-SNIF

Cameron A-300 Hot Air Balloon, G-SNIF

Summary:

After a firm landing in a field, the balloon bounced twice before coming to rest on its side. During the landing one of the passengers was injured. She later discovered her knee suffered a fracture in the landing. Two safety recommendations have been made.

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Cameron A-300 hot air balloon, G-SNIF 03-09.pdf (344.56 kb)

Published 10 December 2014