Summary
Circumstances:
The pilot stated that he was conducting low flying practice for fence inspection when the left wing hit a tree. The aircraft returned for an uneventful landing at Longreach. The wing leading edge outboard of the strut was badly dented, and the rear spar was creased. The pilot considered that he misjudged his height whilst conducting a left turn.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199003082 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 03/07/1990 |
| Location | Longreach Training Area |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 30/07/1990 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 172 |
| Registration | VH-RKY |
| Serial number | 17249699 |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Longreach QLD |
| Destination | Longreach QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |