Total power loss involving a Piaggio Aero P.166, VH-GOC, Near MOSS VALE NSW 24W, NSW on 22 February 1977

197701310

Summary

PLT REPTD RTNG,REASON NOT GIVEN.A/C SEEN FLYING BLO LOW CLD BASE TOWARDS HIGH GND.A/C NR MAX AUW ATCRASH SITE.ENG MAIN BEARING IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED DURING O-HAUL CAUSED LOSS OIL SUPPLY TO BIG ENDS.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 197701310
Occurrence date 22/02/1977
State New South Wales
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level Fatal

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Piaggio Aero
Model P.166
Registration VH-GOC
Sector Piston
Departure point BANKSTOWN
Destination WARRACKNABEAL
Damage Destroyed