Collision with terrain involving Beechcraft A36 Bonanza, VH-MPT, at Stockleigh, Queensland, on 7 September 2026

Summary

The ATSB is investigating a collision with terrain involving a Beechcraft A36 Bonanza, registered VH-MPT, at Stockleigh, Queensland, on 7 September 2026.

The aircraft collided with terrain and the two occupants were fatally injured. The aircraft was subsequently destroyed by post-impact fire.

The ATSB has commenced the examination and analysis of the initial evidence collected.

To date, the ATSB has examined the aircraft wreckage and other information from the accident site, interviewed witnesses, obtained maintenance records and recorded data, and collected other relevant information.

The continuing investigation will include further examination of:

• components recovered from the accident site
• maintenance records
• operational documentation
• related occurrences.

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.