Loss of control involving a de Havilland Aircraft Pty Ltd DH-82A, VH-AQJ, Near SALE VIC 39E, VIC on 29 December 1979

197902820

Summary

PIC'S PPL HAD BEEN CANCELLED ON MEDICAL GROUNDS.PIC SUFFERED HEART ATTACK DURING TURN AFTER TKOF.OTHER PLT UNAWARE OF PPL CANCELLATION.REALISED INCAPACITATION TOO LATE TO EFFECT RECOVERY FROM SPIN.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 197902820
Occurrence date 29/12/1979
State Victoria
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Loss of control
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level Fatal

Aircraft details

Manufacturer de Havilland Aircraft
Model DH-82A
Registration VH-AQJ
Sector Piston
Departure point SALE VIC 39E
Destination BERWICK VIC
Damage Substantial