Incident Overview
On October 2, 2016, at 1438 Coordinated Universal Time, a North American P-51D bearing British registration G-MSTG impacted an open field during a go-around near Hardwick Airfield in East Anglia, United Kingdom. The flight had originated from an unknown location and was destined for East Anglia.
Occupants and Injuries
Two persons were on board the aircraft. One occupant sustained fatal injuries, while the other was seriously injured. The aircraft itself was substantially damaged.
Operator and Ownership
As of the initial reporting, the registered owner and operator of the aircraft had yet to be determined.
Meteorological and Flight Conditions
Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. The flight's departure time and location were not specified.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) of the United Kingdom. In accordance with Annex 13 of the Convention on International Civil Aviation, the United States, as the State of Design, has designated an accredited representative to participate in the investigation. The Investigator-in-Charge is Mr. Philip Sleight.
Accident Location
The accident site is an open field near Hardwick Airfield in East Anglia, United Kingdom.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved is a North American P-51D, a historic single-engine fighter, with British registration G-MSTG. No further details about the aircraft's configuration or maintenance history were provided in the preliminary report.
Additional Notes
The information contained in this article is based on preliminary data released by the AAIB and is subject to change as the investigation progresses.