Investigation number
198702422
Occurrence date
Location
Braidwood Station (20 km South of Braidwood)
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None

The pilot was operating from an agricultural landing area. During the takeoff run the left mainwheel struck a vehicle tyre, that was being used as a strip marker. The tyre was flung into the air and struck the left stabilator causing it to jam in about the neutral position. As there was insufficient strip remaining to land the aircraft and bring it safely to a halt, the pilot decided to continue with the takeoff. The pilot subsequently landed the aircraft in a paddock three kilometres from the point of DEPARTURE. During the landing roll the aircraft struck a fence. The pilot had commenced the takeoff from the left side of the strip because the centre area was rough. The tyre struck by the aircraft was difficult to see as the white paint on it had worn off, and it was partly obscured by clumps of long grass.

Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Airparts NZ Ltd
Model
FU-24
Registration
VH-MYW
Serial number
267
Operation type
Aerial Work
Departure point
Braidwood Station NSW
Departure time
1258
Destination
Braidwood Station NSW
Damage
Substantial