AAIB investigation to Vans RV-8, G-NRFK
Loss of directional control on landing, Norwich Airport, 2 October 2014.
Summary:
皇冠体育app pilot, who had previous experience on tailwheel aircraft, was undergoing dual conversion training on the Vans RV-8. 皇冠体育app weather conditions were fine, with a wind of 3 to 5 kt, variable in direction. He reported that he flew a stable approach and achieved a gentle touchdown, which the pilot鈥檚 instructor reported as being normal for the type. As the aircraft decelerated after landing, it deviated to the right and the pilot attempted to correct the deviation with increasing left rudder pedal. 皇冠体育app aircraft then yawed to the left and ground looped (at a speed the instructor estimated as 30 kt) before being brought to a stop on the runway. 皇冠体育app main wheel fairings were broken but the aircraft was otherwise undamaged.
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