We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.
Shortly after take-off during a spreading operation the engine suddenly lost power. The pilot dumped the load and operated the fuel boost pump, however after a short burst of power the engine failed completely. The pilot was committed to a downwind landing and towards the end of the landing roll the aircraft ran into a gully and collided with tree stumps. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair and the pilot was slightly injured. Probable cause (official findings): The engine had failed from fue
Fletcher FU-24