Summary
The pilot reported that during the initial run over a treatment area, the aircraft struck a power line. The wire deflector folded on impact, allowing the wire to slip between the fin and rudder. The mass balance and the top of the rudder were torn off, but the pilot was able to maintain control and carry out a safe landing.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198903749 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 07/01/1989 |
| Location | 8 kilometres NW of Chinchilla |
| Report release date | 17/02/1989 |
| 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-KVM |
| Serial number | N/K |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | 8 km NW Chinchilla QLD |
| Destination | 8 km NW Chinchilla QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |