Accident to the Aeros Skyranger identified 12DM on 08/03/2022 at Aix-les-Milles
Loss of control during initial climb, collision with ground
The pilot lost control of the microlight during the initial climb.
It is likely that the owner’s objective was to assess the microlight’s flightworthiness. Indeed, this was the first flight following major modifications likely to alter the microlight’s flight behaviour. The pilot had announced to the controller that it was an aircraft test flight.
The technical file showing the microlight’s compliance with the applicable technical conditions was not found. It was therefore not possible to clearly determine the extent of the changes made to
the microlight.
The investigation did not bring to light any technical failure occurring during take-off that could explain the loss of control.