Accident Details
On 3 April 2010 at 1245 UTC, a student pilot attempted a takeoff from Runway 28 at Peterborough Airfield. The forecast wind was 190° at 8 knots, but the pilot reported that the actual wind speed was higher. During the takeoff roll, the aircraft veered left. The pilot applied corrective right rudder without effect. The aircraft departed the runway and headed towards a fence. The pilot reduced power to abort the takeoff, but the aircraft continued and struck the fence before coming to rest.
Aircraft Information
The accident aircraft was an EV-97 TeamEurostar UK, registration G-CFVI, manufactured in 2009. It was powered by a single Rotax 912-UL piston engine. The flight was conducted under training, with only the student pilot on board.
Pilot and Injuries
The commander, aged 53, held a student licence and had 35 hours of flying experience, all on type. His recent experience included 5 hours in the last 90 days and 2 hours in the last 28 days. The pilot was uninjured and exited the aircraft without difficulty.
Damage
The aircraft sustained damage to the propeller, front fuselage, and wings.
Cause
The pilot assessed the cause of the accident as his incorrect use of controls in a crosswind.