Cessna A188B-A1, VH-FZC, 12 km W of Bowen QLD, 25 July 1988

198803470

Summary

The pilot reported that he was to spray a 17 acre crop of cucumbers. He had flown the area twice previously, and knew the hazards to be powerlines and stay wires from the power poles. The stay wires were the more difficult to see so he concentrated on locating these during his aerial inspection of the paddock. At the completion of his first run, which was along the western edge of the area, there were two sets of powerlines. The pilot had planned to fly under both sets but hit the second set as he pulled up from the run. He stated that he had forgotten about the second set of wires. Although the aircraft sustained left wing and aileron damage, the pilot was able to land safely at the operating landing area.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198803470
Occurrence date 25/07/1988
Location 12 km W of Bowen
Report release date 29/12/1988
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Wirestrike
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level None

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Cessna Aircraft Company
Model 188
Registration VH-FZC
Serial number 18802731
Operation type Aerial Work
Departure point ALA 9 km of Bowen QLD
Destination ALA 9 km of Bowen QLD
Damage Substantial