Summary
The pilot reported that during a crosswind spray run along a fence line the left wing struck a tree. Despite extensive damage to the wing the aircraft remained airborne and the pilot was able to land the aircraft at the DEPARTURE strip, some three kilometres away. This accident was not the subject of an on-site investigation.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198602644 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 06/04/1986 |
| Location | 12km SE of Chinchilla |
| Report release date | 18/11/1986 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 188 |
| Registration | VH-PQW |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Chinchilla QLD |
| Destination | Chinchilla QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |