AAIB investigation to Rotorsport Cavalon gyroplane, G-RDNY

Loss of control on takeoff, Lydd Airport, 5 March 2014.

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
Sport aviation and balloons
Report type:
Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
Date of occurrence:
5 March 2014
Aircraft type:
Rotorsport Cavalon gyroplane
Location:
Lydd Airport, Kent
Registration:
G-RDNY

Summary:

皇冠体育app student pilot used an incorrect takeoff technique and lost control of the gyroplane as it became airborne. 皇冠体育app gyroplane struck the runway and came to rest on its side, suffering extensive damage. 皇冠体育app student pilot, who was uninjured, vacated the gyroplane without assistance.

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