The tragic accident of an ultralight aircraft near Cheb airport was caused, according to investigators, by the unexpected opening of the cabin canopy during flight. The pilot apparently tried to close it again at low altitude, but lost control of the aircraft and crashed to the ground. The investigation also revealed that the aircraft had an outdated type of canopy lock.
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The tragic accident of a small plane that crashed near Cheb Airport on March 2 last year was caused by the unexpected opening of the cabin canopy in flight. The pilot apparently tried to close it again at low altitude, but lost control of the flight and crashed. A 77-year-old man died in the impact.
The tragic accident of an ultralight aircraft near Cheb airport was caused, according to investigators, by the unexpected opening of the cabin canopy during flight. The pilot apparently tried to close it again at low altitude, but lost control of the aircraft and crashed to the ground. The investigation also revealed that the aircraft had an outdated type of canopy lock.