Summary
The pilot reported that the engine failed during cruise at 8,500 ft. The aircraft was over water and a glide towards the coast was initiated. Aircraft ditched in the Gulf of Carpentaria. Both occupants were rescued by SAR helicopter at about 2200. The aircraft wreckage was not recovered and no indication as to the cause of the engine failure could be determined.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199402694 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 21/09/1994 |
| Location | 9 km north of Massacre Point |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 15/02/1995 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Ditching |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 177RG |
| Registration | VH-IRO |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Gove NT |
| Damage | Destroyed |