Summary
During spraying operations the engine began to run very roughly and lost a considerable amount of power. The pilot considered that insufficient power remained to permit him to divert to a suitable landing area and he attempted to land straight ahead. Towards the end of the landing roll the aircraft struck a contour bank and the right landing gear collapsed. The cause of the power loss could not be positively identified, but was probably related to excessive spark plug fouling.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198401421 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 15/11/1984 |
| Location | 63 km Northeast Moree |
| Report release date | 22/03/1985 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Rockwell International |
|---|---|
| Model | S-2 |
| Registration | VH-WBW |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Boggabilla NSW |
| Destination | Boggabilla NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |