An inquest hears that Peter Hughes, a former British Airways commercial pilot, dies at age 71 after a replica Spitfire crash during take-off. Multiple reports say Hughes helped build the aircraft and was piloting it when it “lost control,” according to the inquest evidence. The aircraft crashes and catches fire during the take-off phase, and the inquest considers the circumstances and cause of death. Reports state that Hughes was still alive when the crash occurred and that his death is linked to injuries and the subsequent fire. The inquest focuses on how the incident unfolds on the airfield and on the role of the aircraft’s control and performance leading up to the crash. Authorities and investigators review the event to determine contributing factors, including the aircraft’s handling and any mechanical or operational issues. The reports describe the incident as involving the replica aircraft catching alight after impacting during take-off.