ASN Wikibase Occurrence # 300706
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| Date: | 03-OCT-2022 |
| Time: | 14:00 |
| Type: | Magni |
| Owner/operator: | |
| Registration: | |
| MSN: | |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: |
| Other fatalities: | 0 |
| Aircraft damage: | Substantial |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | Somersby, NSW -
 Australia
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| Phase: | Unknown |
| Nature: | Private |
| Departure airport: | Somersby (YSMB) |
| Somersby (YSMB) | |
| Investigating agency: | ATSB |
| Confidence Rating: |  Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities |
During take-off, the pilot reported an uncommanded application of the wheel brakes and was unable to maintain directional control. The gyrocopter flipped and was substantially damaged. The pilot received minor injuries. Post-flight inspection revealed the park brake lock had not fully disengaged after catching on the brake cable adjustment assembly.
Sources:
ATSB Ref. OA2022-04218
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