This statement provides an update on the AAIB investigation into a serious incident involving a BAe ATP, registration SE-LPS, at Isle of Man / Ronaldsway Airport on 9 April 2021.
SE-LPS was on approach to the Isle of Man with the co-pilot as Pilot Flying. As the aircraft approached the minimum descent altitude, the co-pilot attempted to disconnect the autopilot. There was no audio tone to indicate the disconnection and the co-pilot felt there was resistance in the controls. Both pilots checked the cockpit indications which seemed to show that the autopilot had been successfully disconnected. The commander took control, and also felt resistance in the controls. He pressed and held the synchronisation (SYN) button on the control column which he felt released the controls and he was able to land normally.
The investigation is nearing completion and the report will shortly be disseminated for consultation. Publication of the report is expected mid 2022.
