Summary
The pilot reported that while cruising at about 350 feet above ground level, the engine began to run roughly to the extent that he was unable to maintain height. In the subsequent landing, the aircraft struck a tree, cartwheeled, and was extensively damaged. The spark plug in one of the engine's two cylinders was fouled by carbon deposits.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198903832 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 17/04/1989 |
| Location | 70 km SSE of Quilpie |
| Report release date | 02/05/1989 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Austflight U.L.A. Pty Ltd |
|---|---|
| Model | Drifter 582 |
| Operation type | Sports Aviation |
| Departure point | Beechal Station (63 km SSE Quilpie) QLD |
| Destination | Wareo Station (74 km SSE Quilpie) QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |