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2022 Kortrijk-Wevelgem Europa Classic Ground Runway Excursion

EBKT, BE

On July 19, 2022, an Europa (Classic) was involved in an aviation accident near EBKT, BE. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Belgian Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU(Be)).

Sourcesthe Belgian Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU(Be))Primary reportUpdated 2026-10-18Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot lost directional control during landing at Kortrijk-Wevelgem on 19 July 2022, causing the Europa Classic to veer off and tip over. The pilot was uninjured, and the aircraft sustained minor damage.

Incident Overview and Context On 19 July 2022, a serious incident occurred at the Airport of Kortrijk-Wevelgem (EBKT) in Belgium involving an amateur-built Europa Classic. The aircraft, a single-engine, two-seat light cabin with a monowheel landing gear configuration, was operating a non-commercial cross-country flight from Brickwall Farm Airstrip in the United Kingdom. The pilot, a 69-year-old holder of an ATPL(A) and PPL(A) with over 12,000 total flight hours, was en route to meet a friend before continuing to Kiewit-Hasselt (EBZH). The flight was reported as uneventful until the final approach and landing phase.

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What happened in the 19 Jul 2022 Europa (Classic) accident near EBKT, BE?

A pilot lost directional control during landing at Kortrijk-Wevelgem on 19 July 2022, causing the Europa Classic to veer off and tip over. The pilot was uninjured, and the aircraft sustained minor damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Jul 2022 Europa (Classic) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Jul 2022 involved an Europa (Classic), at EBKT, BE.

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