Summary
The pilot reported that soon after take-off at a height of 150 to 200ft the engine spluttered and then stopped. The aircraft was landed on the remaining runway. The left main landing gear was torn off and the right wing was damaged during the landing. The cause of the engine stoppage was apparently caused by fuel flow interruption, however extensive post flight examination could find no fault with the engine or fuel system.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199503563 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 26/10/1995 |
| Location | Shute Harbour (ALA) |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 31/01/1996 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Forced/precautionary landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-32-260 |
| Registration | VH-PYV |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Charter |
| Departure point | Shute Harbour QLD |
| Destination | Linderman Is QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |