Summary
LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE DUE RUPTURE OF OIL COOLER INLET HOSE.PLT ATTEMPTED FORCED LDG BUT AT A HEIGHT OF APPROXIMATELY 480 FT ACFT STALLED AND ENTERED INCIPIENT SPIN.INSUFFICIENT HEIGHT TO RECOVER.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 197802549 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 14/07/1978 |
| State | Victoria |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Fatal |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-24-250 |
| Registration | VH-WGP |
| Sector | Piston |
| Departure point | MOORABBIN VIC |
| Destination | BROKEN HILL NSW |
| Damage | Destroyed |