What happened
On 1 September 2010, a Hybred 44XLR, registration G-MWRM, was conducting a private flight near Riseley, Bedfordshire. The pilot had been performing circuit training for roughly 30 minutes, during which time the aircraft operated normally without any reported issues.
As the aircraft approached the Sackville Farm airstrip for landing, the pilot touched down at an excessive speed of approximately 50 mph. Upon contact with the ground, the nosewheel dug into the surface, causing the aircraft to roll over. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond economic repair, though the pilot escaped the incident without any injuries.
The investigation
The investigation was based on the aircraft accident report form provided by the pilot. Investigators reviewed the circumstances surrounding the landing and the flight profile leading up to the accident.