1998 AS 202 Bravo accident at Geneva Airport (HB-HFA)

Accident overview On 4 August 1998, an AS 202 Bravo with registration HB-HFA was involved in an accident at Geneva Airport. The aircraft was operated by AECS Section Genève and was on a solo student flight. During a go-around maneuver, the aircraft struck a hangar door and a tractor, sustaining heavy damage. ## Flight details The pilot was a Swiss student pilot with a total of 23:51 flight hours. The flight began with four circuits with an instructor on board, after which the student was cleared for a solo circuit. The accident occurred during the landing phase when the instructor ordered a go-around via radio. ## Investigation findings The investigation found that the decision to send the student on a solo circuit was appropriate given the student's recent performance and favorable weather conditions. The accident was attributed to the loss of control during the go-around maneuver, which placed the student in an unexpected and unusual situation, leading to a panic response and loss of control of the aircraft.