Cessna F172M, G-BAOS, 30 May 2006

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
30 May 2006
Aircraft type:
Cessna F172M
Location:
Near Seething Airfield, Norfolk
Registration:
G-BAOS

Cessna F172M, G-BAOS

Summary:

The aircraft suffered a partial loss of engine power during a go-around. The weather conditions were conducive to carburettor icing. The pilot, with carburettor heat applied, continued to fly the aircraft hoping that the power would recover. The engine continued to lose power and a forced landing was made in an arable field. The aircraft suffered substantial damage.

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Published 10 December 2014