Silence Twister forced landing at RAF Abingdon

No fatalities • Abingdon, United Kingdom

A single-engine aircraft sustained substantial damage during a forced landing following an engine failure during an airshow.

What happened

On May 14, 2017, at 13:30 UTC, a Silence Twister aircraft, registration G-JINX, was performing in an airshow over Royal Air Force (RAF) Station Abingdon (EGUD) in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. During the performance, the aircraft experienced a loss of engine power.

The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the aircraft, was forced to perform a landing that resulted in substantial damage to the airplane. The pilot sustained one serious injury during the event.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 May 2017 Silence Twister accident near Abingdon, United Kingdom?

A single-engine aircraft sustained substantial damage during a forced landing following an engine failure during an airshow.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 May 2017 Silence Twister accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 May 2017 involved a Silence Twister, at Abingdon, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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