Forced/precautionary landing involving a Cessna U206F, VH-EUV, near Goondiwindi Aerodrome, Queensland, on 4 June 1995

The pilot was conducting a familiarisation flight in the local area. After conducting a series of circuits and landings, he departed on a short cross-country flight. Shortly after levelling off in the cruise at about 2200 ft AGL, the pilot heard a muffled bang, followed by a severe shudder through the airframe. The engine then stopped. The pilot immediately transmitted a Mayday call and then proceeded to conduct a forced landing on to a newly ploughed field. During the landing roll, the nose wheel broke through the loose soft surface and the aircraft nosed over.

The pilot was able to exit the aircraft unaided, suffering only minor injuries to his neck and back.

Later examination of the engine found that the engine crankshaft had failed.