Overview

• On July 19, a privately owned single-engine light sports aircraft veered left on landing at Swansea Airport, overturned and was damaged beyond repair.
• The pilot, an 84-year-old man, and his 78-year-old passenger were taken to Morriston Hospital with minor injuries and no serious harm reported.
• South Wales Police state the crash is believed to be the result of pilot error and confirm there are no concerns about the pilot’s fitness to fly.
• The Air Accidents Investigation Branch has launched a formal inquiry to establish the exact cause of the accident and issue safety recommendations.
• Swansea Airport remains unlicensed but operational under volunteer management by the Swansea Airport Stakeholders Alliance while the council considers a new long-term lease.