Aircraft and Flight Details
The aircraft involved was a Europa Aviation Europa, registration G-BWNL, powered by a single Subaru EA 81 piston engine. It was manufactured in 1997 and was on a Permit-to-Test flight to calibrate the Air Speed Indicator. The commander held a Private Pilot's Licence, aged 65, with a total flying experience of 452 hours, of which 12 hours were on type. The last 90 days included 9 hours of flying, and the last 28 days 4 hours.
Accident Narrative
The landing was being conducted on grass Runway 08 at Fishburn Airfield, County Durham. The pilot reported that the touchdown occurred at too high an airspeed. The aircraft bounced twice and began to track towards the left side of the runway. Rudder was applied, which caused the aircraft to sideslip to the left while heading towards the right side of the runway. At this stage, full power was applied in order to initiate a go-around. However, the right wing stalled and the aircraft left the right side of the runway with the right outrigger wheel on the ground. The main wheel then touched the ground with high sideslip applied, causing major damage to the fuselage and engine mounting.
Damage and Injuries
The damage to the aircraft was extensive. Both occupants were wearing full harnesses and were uninjured. The pilot estimated the surface wind as from 350° at 3 kt.
Probable Cause
The report does not state a probable cause for the accident.