What happened
During a solo training mission departing from RAF Shawbury, the pilot experienced mechanical difficulties with the aircraft's elevators. After successfully completing an approach to the departure airfield, the pilot intended to proceed to a different airbase. However, during this transit, the technical issues persisted.
The aircraft subsequently struck the slope of Mt The Wrekin, situated in the vicinity of Telford. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft and led to one fatality, involving the pilot.
Findings
Initial assessments suggest that the mechanical failure regarding the elevator controls may have contributed to a loss of focus by the pilot during the flight, leading to the collision with the terrain.