Summary
The pilot reported that the aircraft was hit by a gusting cross wind during the landing roll. The aircraft then ground looped turning through 180 degrees before coming to a halt, on the western edge of the runway.
Later examination of the aircraft by a local LAME revealed that there was damage to the left landing gear, the left wing tip and wing strut and the windscreen had popped out.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199502305 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 17/07/1995 |
| Location | Mount Isa Airport |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 14/09/1995 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Loss of control |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 170A |
| Registration | VH-JBD |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Business |
| Departure point | Longreach QLD |
| Destination | Mount Isa QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |