Loss of control involving a Austflight U.L.A. Pty Ltd Drifter 582, INGLEWOOD , QLD on 30 April 1989

198903835

Summary

This accident was not the subject of an on site investigation. CIRCUMSTANCES: "The pilot stated that when she was on final approach to land on runway 28, and at about 30 feet above ground level, another aircraft which had previously been stationary near the threshold moved to the middle of the runway and began to take off. The pilot stated that there was no time or avenue for a go-around and avoiding action was taken. During the avoiding manoeuvre the aircraft stalled and impacted the ground near the edge of the runway."

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198903835
Occurrence date 30/04/1989
State Queensland
Report release date 28/06/1989
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Loss of control
Occurrence class Accident

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Austflight U.L.A. Pty Ltd
Model Drifter 582
Registration UNKNOWN
Sector Sport and recreational
Departure point INGLEWOOD QLD
Destination INGLEWOOD QLD
Damage Substantial