Summary
DEP OVERWEIGHT,INADEQUATE FUEL RESERVES.ENG'S FLD DUE FUEL EXHAUSTION OVER BUILT-UP AREA.ATTEMPTED LDG ON GOLF COURSE-STRUCK TREES ON APP.HAD FLOWN PAST SUITABLE AD WITHOUT DIVERTING.F/PLAN ERRONEOUS.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 197902800 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 10/08/1979 |
| 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 | Aero Commander |
|---|---|
| Model | 500-S |
| Registration | VH-ALH |
| Sector | Piston |
| Departure point | FLINDERS ISLAND TAS |
| Destination | ESSENDON VIC |
| Damage | Destroyed |