Investigation number
199001974
Occurrence date
Location
Smarden, United Kingdom
State
International
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
Whilst cruising at 2000 feet the propeller separated from the engine, damaging the upper starboard wing leading edge. During the ensuing forced landing further damage was sustained to the landing gear and elevator. Investigation revealed the crankshaft had suffered a fatigue failure, causing the propeller to separate from the engine. The pilot reported the crankshaft had been in service for 150 hours and that all recommended modifications had been incorporated.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
de Havilland Aircraft Pty Ltd
Model
DH-82
Registration
VH-HPH
Serial number
1375
Operation type
Private
Departure point
Binbrook United Kingdom
Departure time
1030
Destination
Lydd United Kingdom
Damage
Substantial