Accident with a touring motor glider (TMG) of the model HK36TS Super Dimona, with registration number SE-UVN, northwest of Slite, Gotland County

Summary in English

A pilot was to conduct a proficiency check for the extension of his TMG class rating. The flight was carried out on Gotland with a Diamond HK36 TS. During a landing exercise at the field, the control of the aircraft was lost. The aircraft veered into high grass and sustained significant damage. No person was injured.

Causes of the accident

The accident was caused by inadequate preparations for the flight, which lacked a clear plan for handing over control of the aircraft. This, combined with a go-around with insufficient altitude margins and the airbrakes possibly remaining in the deployed position, led to the aircraft unintentionally touching down. The unsuitable nature of the field contributed to the outcome of the accident.

Safety recommendations

The Swedish Soaring Federation has taken satisfactory measures. Therefore, SHK refrains from issuing any safety recommendations.