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Damyns Hall Aerodrome, Upminster, Essex -
United Kingdom
Phase:
Landing
Nature:
Test
Departure airport:
Upminster-Damyns Hall Aerodrome (EGML)
Destination airport:
Upminster-Damyns Hall Aerodrome (EGML)
Investigating agency:
AAIB
Confidence Rating:
Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities
Narrative: Pipistrel Virus SW-121 G-OVIR was substantially damaged in a landing accident while being test flown at Damyns Hall Aerodrome, Upminster, Essex.
On final after a post maintenance check flight by two instructors, the aircraft dropped suddenly in gusty conditions and struck the runway. Extensive damage was sustained to the propeller and landing gear and both pilots sustained injuries requiring hospital attention. The cross wind was close to the aircraft limit and the pilot flying was not accustomed to flying from the left seat.