Aircraft and Flight Details
The aircraft involved was an EV-97 TeamEurostar UK Eurostar, registered G-IHOT, manufactured in 2004. It was powered by a single Rotax 912-UL piston engine. The flight was conducted under a Private Pilot's Licence by a 50-year-old commander with 478 hours total flying experience, including 47 hours on type. In the preceding 90 days, he had flown 35 hours, and 13 hours in the last 28 days. The aircraft carried one crew and one passenger.
Accident Sequence
On 18 April 2010 at 1110 UTC, the aircraft was on final approach to grass Runway 33 at Plaistows Farm Airfield, Hertfordshire. Weather conditions were good, with an estimated temperature of 18°C and light and variable wind. The pilot completed a normal touchdown on the runway centreline. However, the left wing then lifted back into the air. The pilot was unable to maintain directional control, and the aircraft veered to the right, departing the runway. It subsequently struck the landing direction 'T', which sits on a raised tarmac and metal platform.
Damage and Occupants
The aircraft sustained damage to its propeller, right landing gear, and the leading edge of the right wing. The two occupants, who were uninjured, released their harnesses and vacated the aircraft normally. There was no fire.
Information Source
The information for this report was derived from an Aircraft Accident Report Form submitted by the pilot.