Cessna 150 Aerobat — Other Documents

This document is an accident report from the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) concerning the Cessna FRA150L Aerobat, registration G-CIIR. The report details the circumstances surrounding the accident that occurred on October 11, 2020, at Troutbeck Airfield, Cumbria. It provides insights into the flight history, pilot experience, and the events leading up to the accident, including the pilot's decision-making and the conditions at the airfield. The report aims to identify contributing factors to the accident and improve safety in future operations. It is intended for aviation professionals, pilots, and safety investigators.

• Aircraft model: Cessna FRA150L Aerobat (G-CIIR)
• Pilot's total flying experience: 69 hours, with 52 hours on type
• Maximum authorized weight: 1,650 lb (750 kg)
• Takeoff weight during the accident flight: 1,479.62 lb
• Flaps retracted for normal takeoffs; Flaps 10 for soft fields