Piper PA28-161, VH-UMB, 22 Km NE of Deniliquin NSW, 18 February 1985

198502519

Summary

At the conclusion of the dual training segment of the flight the instructor decided to demonstrate a forced landing sequence. Descent was continued to a very low height, and during the go-around the aircraft struck a fence at the approach end of the selected paddock. Control was maintained and a safe landing was subsequently carried out at the destination aerodrome.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198502519
Occurrence date 18/02/1985
Location 22 Km NE of Deniliquin
Report release date 17/05/1985
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level None

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Piper Aircraft Corp
Model PA-28
Registration VH-UMB
Operation type Flying Training
Departure point Deniliquin NSW
Destination Deniliquin NSW
Damage Substantial