Summary
The pilot, his wife and three children were conducting a private flight from Mareeba, Queensland to Roma, Queensland in the Piper PA-23-250 Aztec aircraft, registered VH-WAC. Prior to departure, the pilot was observed conducting pre-flight activities, including an aircraft inspection, refuelling the aircraft, and engine run-ups.
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Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 200304091 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 01/10/2003 |
| Location | 1 km WSW Mareeba, Aero. |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 13/01/2005 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Collision with terrain |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Fatal |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-23 |
| Registration | VH-WAC |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Mareeba, QLD |
| Destination | Roma, QLD |
| Damage | Destroyed |