Summary
Severe turbulence had been encountered on final approach but smooth air was entered on short final. After flaring to land, the aircraft rolled left rapidly and the landing was made on the left main wheel, followed by the right and nose wheels. The pilot subsequently inspected the aircraft but did not detect any damage. After two further flights the pilot noticed that the left wing appeared to be low. Distortion of the left main gear support frame was found.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198400023 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 16/05/1984 |
| Location | Horn Island |
| Report release date | 16/05/1984 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Hard landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Partenavia Costruzioni Aeronautiche S.p.A |
|---|---|
| Model | P.68 |
| Registration | VH-FAO |
| Serial number | 41 |
| Operation type | Charter |
| Departure point | Murray Island QLD |
| Destination | Horn Island QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |