Accident Details
A private flight involving a Skyranger 912(2) (registration G-CDIJ, serial number BMAA/HB/445, built 2005) piloted by a 60 year-old commander with 4,514 total flying hours (129 on type) occurred on 24 August 2014 at 1030 UTC. The aircraft was powered by one Rotax 912-UL piston engine. The flight departed from Battleflat Farm Airstrip, Leicestershire, with two crew and no passengers.
Flight Sequence
According to the pilot's report, power checks performed before takeoff were satisfactory. As the aircraft climbed through approximately 350 ft, the engine lost most of its power. With light winds and no suitable landing area ahead, the pilot executed a turn back toward the airfield. The aircraft approached high over the runway threshold and touched down at a speed higher than normal for landing.
Damage
During the ground roll, the nose landing gear collapsed, causing the aircraft to tip over onto its back. Damage was sustained to the nosewheel, propeller, rear fuselage, and wings.
Occupants
Both occupants were uninjured and evacuated the aircraft through the normal exits.