SE5A bent at YCAB

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30th Jun 2017, 05:29

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SE5A bent at YCAB

Yesterday the nice SE5A replica was ground looped at CAB yesterday with some serious damage. 2 POB both OK although one trapped in the front cockpit for awhile...

Let's hope she's repairable

30th Jun 2017, 05:36

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The passenger, or the aircraft?

In both cases, I am sure it will buff out..... :-)

30th Jun 2017, 06:35

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Two people in a SE5A? Not a F2B by any chance?

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Believe it or not they did convert some to two seaters. The RAAF operated some in the '20's..

30th Jun 2017, 10:23

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The RAAF operated some in the '20's..

Yep, Centaurus learned to fly on them!

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The RAAF operated some in the '20's

Only one, A2-36, known as the "Flying Pig".

30th Jun 2017, 23:48

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Confirmed - I was there. Circuit training. Ground loop made worse by the collapse/failure of the RH wheel. Both occupants unscathed. Substantial damage and now up to the insurers for a decision.