Total power loss involving a Piper Aircraft Corp 601P, VH-KXY, TEUTONIC BORE , WA on 28 May 1980

198005240

Summary

BOOST PUMPS OFF FOR TKOF.SUSPECT ALSO ON ILLEGAL DOUBLE X-FEED.AFTER DOUBLE FAILURE PLT BUSY WITH RESTART DID NOT SET UP FCD LDG APPROACH.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198005240
Occurrence date 28/05/1980
State Western Australia
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 601P
Registration VH-KXY
Sector Piston
Departure point TEUTONIC BORE WA
Destination LEONORA WA
Damage Substantial