AAIB investigation to Jabiru UL-430, G-RUFS
Collision with trees during a go-around, Lower Upham Airfield, Wiltshire, 13 August 2022.
Summary:
During a go-around, the aircraft collided with trees at the upwind end of the runway. It is likely that the aircraft was unable to climb above the trees due to the reduced performance in the high temperature and rising ground.
Bulletin correction
Following publication it was noted that the incorrect county was included in the report header. 皇冠体育app accident occurred at Lower Upham Airfield in Wiltshire, not Hampshire as originally stated.
皇冠体育app online version of the report was amended on 9 February 2023 and can be viewed below. It was also published in the March issue if the Bulletin.
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