AAIB investigation to Robin DR400/140B, G-BDUY
Landed outside designated landing area, East Kirkby Aviation Centre, Lincolnshire, 16 June 2022.
Summary:
皇冠体育app aircraft landed outside the designated but unmarked runway area at an unlicensed aerodrome and came to rest on a grassy bank. 皇冠体育app airfield layout appeared different to what the pilot expected from the chart he was using. 皇冠体育app low circuit height, with no overhead joining procedure, reduced the opportunity for the pilot to orientate himself.
皇冠体育app investigation revealed anomalies in published circuit information which the airfield and relevant chart publishers intend to resolve. 皇冠体育app report discusses advice for pilots preparing to operate at unlicensed aerodromes.
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