Loss of control involving a Cessna 150L, VH-IEK, Marion Downs, Queensland, on 11 October 1997

199703382

Summary

The pilot reported that while he was conducting a turn above some cattle, the aircraft appeared to lose speed and altitude. The aircraft was about 75-100 ft AGL at the time. The pilot pushed the control column forward and applied full power. However, this had little effect, and it became obvious that the aircraft was going to strike the ground. The pilot said that just before impact, he pulled back on the control column. The pilot could not recall looking at the airspeed indicator during the final stages of the flight, and did not recall hearing the stall warning sound. However, he considered it likely that the aircraft stalled during the turn and that there was insufficient height above the ground for him to effect recovery to normal flight.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 199703382
Occurrence date 11/10/1997
Location Marion Downs
State Queensland
Report release date 04/11/1997
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Loss of control
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level Serious

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Cessna Aircraft Company
Model 150L
Registration VH-IEK
Sector Piston
Operation type Aerial Work
Departure point Marion Downs Qld
Destination Marion Downs Qld
Damage Substantial