Drifter A503, AUF 250193, Kairi QLD, 22 July 1989

198903843

Summary

During the approach, the aircraft gear struck a set of three power lines. The pilot said that he misjudged the clearance over the second set of power lines located at the north-western end of the strip.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198903843
Occurrence date 22/07/1989
Location Kairi
Report release date 28/11/1989
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Wirestrike
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level Serious

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Austflight U.L.A. Pty Ltd
Model 582
Registration 25-0193
Serial number 250193
Operation type Sports Aviation
Departure point Kairi QLD
Destination Kairi QLD
Damage Substantial