Christen Eagle II, G-EGUL, 29 October 2008

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
General aviation - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Field investigation
Date of occurrence:
29 October 2008
Aircraft type:
Christen Eagle II
Location:
Seething Airfield, Norfolk
Registration:
G-EGUL

Christen Eagle II, G-EGUL

Summary:

While making an approach to land, the aircraft collided with an agricultural vehicle that was spraying crops in a field adjacent to the runway threshold; the aircraft was destroyed in the impact and post-crash fire. Both occupants suffered fatal injuries. The investigation concluded that the aircraft’s final approach was flown such that its occupants were unable to ensure that the flight path ahead was clear of obstacles. As a result, they were unaware of the vehicle’s proximity to the runway. No safety recommendations have been made.

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Published 10 December 2014