Accident Details
A Yak-52, registration G-STNR, was involved in an accident on 23 August 2013 at Swansea Airport during a private flight. The pilot, the sole occupant, was uninjured. The aircraft sustained damage to the propeller, flaps, and tailskid.
Sequence of Events
The aircraft was inbound to Swansea Airport when the oil chip light illuminated. The pilot initiated an expedited approach. During the approach, the pilot selected the flaps and landing gear simultaneously, placing a heavy demand on the air system. This resulted in insufficient time for the landing gear to lock down before touchdown. The aircraft settled onto the runway on its fuselage and the trailing edge of the flaps, damaging the windmilling propeller.
Post-Accident Findings
After the aircraft was lifted using slings, all three landing gear legs lowered and locked into position. A small washer and metallic particles were later found in the oil chip detector filter.
Injuries and Damage
The pilot reported no injuries. The aircraft damage was limited to the propeller, flaps, and tailskid.
Aircraft and Pilot Information
The Yak-52 (serial no. 833810) was manufactured in 1983 and powered by one Ivchenko Vedeneyev M-14P piston engine. The pilot, aged 65, held a Private Pilot’s Licence with a total flying experience of 1,027 hours, of which 791 were on type. In the last 90 days, he had flown 27 hours, including 4 hours in the last 28 days.