Summary
Propeller blade failed when aircraft IFR in cloud over mountains. Intergranular corrosion on blade front.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 197601498 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 13/05/1976 |
| Location | 52 km ESE Scone |
| Report release date | 25/01/1977 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Propeller/rotor malfunction |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Fatal |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Beech Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | 23 |
| Registration | VH-MJA |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Coffs harbour NSW |
| Destination | Bankstown NSW |
| Damage | Destroyed |