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Powered flights over gliding sites

Powered flights over gliding sites

FromCAA Safety files


Powered flights over gliding sites

FromCAA Safety files

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Length:
29 minutes
Released:
Sep 11, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

A glider pilot has just launched into the air in Southwest England and released from the winch when they see a Cessna flying below them.   They take immediate action to avoid the aircraft and later file a report with the UK Airprox Board (UKAB).UKAB Director Simon Oldfield tells us more about this incident and the review that followed.We also speak with experienced glider pilot Andrew Watson and highlight the potential risks involved when flying near or above active gliding sites.Resources mentioned in this episode:Airprox report 2022173 (UK Airprox Board)Airprox inside magazine – February 2023 (UK Airprox Board)Report an airprox (UK Airprox Board)Flying over gliding sites (UK CAA)
Released:
Sep 11, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (7)

This series looks at occurrence, incident or accident reports that have been published throughout the different areas of the UK aviation industry. Each episode will focus on a different report. We'll talk about what can be learned from it, and also hear from experts who will cover the relevant safety guidance.