Aero Commander 690 A, VH-AAG, Brisbane QLD, 3 January 1986

198602634

Summary

As the pilot was manoeuvring the aircraft prior to parking, the right wing tip area struck a steel fence corner-post. The post was bent and several strands of barbed wire were broken, as the wing rode over the post. The pilot was unaware that the aircraft had struck the post, and the damage to the aircraft was not reported until the following day.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198602634
Occurrence date 03/01/1986
Location Brisbane
Report release date 20/08/1986
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level None

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Aero Commander
Model 690
Registration VH-AAG
Operation type Charter
Departure point Moomba SA
Destination Brisbane QLD
Damage Substantial