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Accident to the microlight JMB VL3E identified 49ADC on 30/07/2023 at Cholet

Pilot incapacitation on final, go-around, loss of control, collision with ground

Responsible entity

France - BEA

Investigation progression Closed
Progress: 100%

The pilot carried out a flight from Cholet-Le Pontreau aerodrome to fly over the passenger’s home. On returning to Cholet, he suffered a medical incapacitation on final which greatly reduced his ability to pilot. The microlight touched down on the runway followed by a go-around. During the initial climb, the microlight banked with a high angle and low speed close to a stall situation. The microlight probably stalled and then collided with the vegetation and the surface of the water.