Summary
The pilots reported that the aircraft was being used for dual night circuits training. The student pilot inadvertently selected the gear up instead of the flaps while on the ground during the third touch and go landing. The instructor immediately took over and selected the gear down. The aircraft slid down the runway and came to a stop.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199501394 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 05/05/1995 |
| Location | Kalgoorlie |
| State | Western Australia |
| Report release date | 17/05/1995 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Incorrect configuration |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Mooney Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | M20J |
| Registration | VH-KKN |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Flying Training |
| Departure point | Kalgoorlie WA |
| Destination | Kalgoorlie WA |
| Damage | Substantial |