Runway excursion involving a Grob G-115, VH-TGT, Parafield Aerodrome, South Australia, on 18 October 1997

199703692

Summary

The pilot of a Grob 115 aircraft was conducting a series of circuits after returning from a solo flight to the training area. During the second touch and go the pilot lost directional control. The aircraft veered left and departed the runway, incurring substantial damage as it passed through a ditch. The pilot was uninjured and vacated the aircraft without assistance.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 199703692
Occurrence date 18/10/1997
Location Parafield Aerodrome
State South Australia
Report release date 03/04/1998
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Runway excursion
Occurrence class Accident

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Grob - Burkhart Flugzeugbau
Model G-115
Registration VH-TGT
Sector Piston
Operation type Flying Training
Departure point Parafield SA
Destination Parafield SA
Damage Substantial