This statement provides an update on the ongoing AAIB investigation into the fatal accident involving a Cessna T210M at Leeds East Airport on 11 April 2024. The aircraft was taking off from Runway 24 when control was lost and the aircraft came to rest inverted at the far end of the runway. Sadly, the passenger succumbed to their injuries several days later. The investigation has been focused on the autopilot system and also investigating potential safety actions to aid pilots in the use of autopilots in any General Aviation aircraft.

The investigation is ongoing, and the final report is expected to be published in due course.