Incident Overview
On 10 November 2023, at 10:54 UTC, a BRM CITIUS SPORT aircraft, registration (F)-87IW, suffered a partial loss of engine power during take-off. The event occurred at Foros do Mocho, in the Montargil area of Portugal. Subsequently, the pilot lost control of the aircraft in flight.
Aircraft and Flight Details
The aircraft involved was a BRM CITIUS SPORT, a kit-built aircraft operated as a private flight. The accident occurred during the take-off phase. Specific details regarding the flight's origin, destination, or occupants were not disclosed in the investigation report.
Investigation
The Portuguese Office for the Prevention and Investigation of Accidents in Civil Aviation and Rail (GPIAAF) conducted the safety investigation. The final report, numbered 2023/ACCID/06, was published on 8 November 2024. The investigation covered various aspects including the fuel system, airworthiness, weight and balance, and meteorological conditions. The report concluded that the accident involved a loss of control inflight after a partial loss of engine power during take-off.
Aftermath
The report did not specify injuries, damage, or fatalities. The wreckage was examined as part of the investigation. No safety recommendations were explicitly mentioned in the provided source.
Conclusion
The accident underscores the challenges of managing partial power loss during a critical phase of flight. The investigation results are intended to improve aviation safety.