Summary
When the pilot attempted to add power to correct an undershoot on short final for landing, he discovered that the throttle had jammed. As he manoeuvred the aircraft to avoid a fence, it stalled from about 10 feet. The aircraft landed heavily and the landing gear collapsed.
Subsequently it was found that the throttle inner cable had broken and jammed in the outer cable.
Significant Factors
The following factors were considered relevant to the development of the accident:
1. The throttle cable broke in flight.
2. The pilot was unable to increase power to correct an undershoot.
3. The pilot stalled the aircraft while trying to avoid a fence.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199301932 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 04/07/1993 |
| Location | Kotta |
| State | Victoria |
| Report release date | 12/10/1993 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Engine failure or malfunction, Hard landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Auster Aircraft Ltd |
|---|---|
| Model | J5 |
| Registration | VH-KSK |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Kotta VIC |
| Destination | Kotta VIC |
| Damage | Substantial |