Pegasus Quantum 15-912 veers off runway during training landing

Casualties unknown • Sandy Airfield, Bedfordshire, GB

A Pegasus Quantum 15-912 aircraft veered off the runway and overturned during a landing at Sandy Airfield, resulting in damage to the trike and wing.

What happened

On 15 May 2016, a Pegasus Quantum 15-912, registration G-BZYN, was performing a training flight at Sandy Airfield in Bedfordshire. The aircraft was carrying two occupants: a student pilot and an instructor.

As the aircraft was completing its landing roll, it began to veer toward the right side of the runway. The aircraft subsequently left the paved surface and tipped over onto its left side. There were no injuries to the crew or passengers, though the aircraft sustained damage to both the wing and the trike structure.

The investigation

The investigation was based on the aircraft accident report submitted by the pilot. During the process, the instructor's observations were reviewed regarding the control of the aircraft during the final stages of the landing. The investigation focused on the steering inputs provided during the excursion.

Probable cause

The instructor was unable to intervene or correct the student's steering bar inputs in time to prevent the aircraft from veering off the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2016-05-15 Pegasus Quantum 15-912 accident near Sandy Airfield, Bedfordshire, GB?

A Pegasus Quantum 15-912 aircraft veered off the runway and overturned during a landing at Sandy Airfield, resulting in damage to the trike and wing.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2016-05-15 involved a Pegasus Quantum 15-912, registration G-BZYN , at Sandy Airfield, Bedfordshire, GB.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The instructor was unable to intervene or correct the student's steering bar inputs in time to prevent the aircraft from veering off the runway.

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