Summary
PLT CONTINUED FLT INTO WX IN WHICH HE WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN VIZ REFERENCE REQUIRED FOR HIM TO RETAIN CONTROL OF ACFT-ACFT IMPACTED GRND AT HIGH SPEED CONSISTENT WITH SPIRAL DIVE + CARTWHEELED 95M.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 197804044 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 12/05/1978 |
| State | South Australia |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Collision with terrain |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Fatal |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-32RT-300 |
| Registration | VH-CGL |
| Sector | Piston |
| Departure point | WOOMERA SA |
| Destination | PORT PIRIE SA |
| Damage | Destroyed |