Hughes Lightwing Ultralight, AUF No. 250081, The Oaks NSW, 26 September 1987

198702463

Summary

The instructor was landing the aircraft in a crosswind from the right. As the speed reduced, during the landing roll, the aircraft began to veer to the right. The instructor applied full left rudder and brake in an attempt to maintain directional control, but the aircraft continued to veer off the strip. Being concerned that the aircraft would strike a fence and overturn, the instructor applied full power in an attempt to clear the fence and land in an adjoining paddock. The aircraft cleared the fence but subsequently stalled and was blown back against the fence.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198702463
Occurrence date 26/09/1987
Location The Oaks
Report release date 31/03/1988
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Loss of control
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level None

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Howard Hughes Engineering P/L
Model GR-912
Registration 25-0081
Serial number N/K
Operation type Sports Aviation
Departure point The Oaks NSW
Destination The Oaks NSW
Damage Substantial