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AAIB Report: Grob G103C Twin III Acro (G-CFWC), Stalling and collision with trees

Air Accidents Investigation Branch

January 19
09:58 2023

The accident occurred during a simulated failed winch launch. The glider was initially flown away from the airfield at a low height and, whilst turning back to land, stalled and collided with trees on the edge of the airfield. Both occupants were seriously injured.

As a result of the investigation, safety action has been taken with the assistance of the BGA to improve the gliding clubs operations.

Read the report.

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