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 |