Summary
The pilot had been spraying a wheat crop for about 30 minutes. He advised that difficulties were encountered with the stabilisation of the spray pressure. While attempting to adjust the pressure control he temporarily forgot the proximity of three high voltage power lines which crossed the crop. The aircraft collided with these lines and pitched down steeply to the ground. Fire broke out on impact and engulfed the wreckage.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198401409 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 04/10/1984 |
| Location | 16 km East ROBINVALE |
| Report release date | 03/01/1985 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Wirestrike |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Minor |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 188 |
| Registration | VH-TDJ |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Meilman Property NSW |
| Destination | Meilman Property NSW |
| Damage | Destroyed |