Summary
Circumstances:
During a cross-country flight, the pilot became committed to an out-landing. A suitable paddock was selected, but the pilot subsequently misjudged the final approach. The aircraft touched down well into the paddock and the pilot initiated a ground loop in order to avoid a fence. The right wing dug into the ground, the fuselage lifted, and the nose struck the ground heavily.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199001134 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 01/01/1990 |
| Location | 3 km north-east of Walla Walla |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 19/07/1990 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Glasflugel |
|---|---|
| Model | 206 |
| Registration | VH-GMW |
| Serial number | 15 |
| Sector | Other |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Benalla VIC |
| Destination | Benalla VIC |
| Damage | Substantial |