Aircraft landing accident at Lympne Aerodrome

No fatalities • Lympne, United Kingdom • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained significant damage after a hard landing and subsequent bounce at Lympne Aerodrome in Kent, resulting in no injuries.

What happened

During an arrival at Lympne Aerodrome in Kent, the aircraft experienced a heavy touchdown on the runway. Following this initial impact, the plane bounced before eventually coming to a complete stop on the airfield.

Despite the force of the landing, there were no injuries reported among the six occupants on board. However, the impact resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss, as it was damaged beyond repair.

Findings

  • The sequence of events began with a hard landing.
  • A bounce occurred immediately following the initial contact with the runway surface.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced a hard landing and subsequent bounce during its arrival at the aerodrome.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1961-05-01 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident near Lympne, United Kingdom?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after a hard landing and subsequent bounce at Lympne Aerodrome in Kent, resulting in no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1961-05-01 De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1961-05-01 involved a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide, registration G-AGOJ, operated by Skyways Coach-Air, at Lympne, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced a hard landing and subsequent bounce during its arrival at the aerodrome.

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