Summary
The ATSB is investigating a runway event involving a Beechcraft B200C King Air, registered VH‑FDI, at Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport, Queensland, on 24 February 2026.
During take-off for an aeromedical flight with 2 medical crew on board, the sole pilot misaligned the aircraft on the runway and struck a runway light. The pilot rejected the take-off, and the aircraft sustained minor damage.
The evidence collection phase of the investigation will involve interviewing involved parties, retrieving and reviewing recorded data, and the collection of other relevant information.
A final report will be released at the conclusion of the investigation. Should a critical safety issue be identified during the course of the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify relevant parties, so that appropriate safety action can be taken.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | AO-2026-062 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 24/02/2026 |
| Location | Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport |
| State | Queensland |
| Report status | Pending |
| Anticipated completion | Q3 2026 |
| Investigation level | Short |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation phase | Evidence collection |
| Investigation status | Active |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Ground strike, Rejected take-off |
| Occurrence class | Incident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Hawker Beechcraft Corporation |
|---|---|
| Model | B200C |
| Registration | VH-FDI |
| Serial number | BL-162 |
| Aircraft operator | Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (Queensland Section) Limited |
| Sector | Turboprop |
| Operation type | Part 135 Air transport operations - smaller aeroplanes |
| Departure point | Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport, Queensland |
| Destination | Bundaberg Airport, Queensland |
| Damage | Minor |