Europa XS, G-BYFG, 13 February 2008

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

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 13 February 2008
• Aircraft type: Europa XS
• Location: Tatenhill Airfield, Staffordshire
• Registration: G-BYFG

Summary:

Whilst landing on his second solo flight in this type of aircraft, the pilot over-controlled the elevator and power settings and the nosewheel struck the ground and detached.

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Europa XS, G-BYFG 07-08.pdf (242.33 kb)

Published 10 December 2014