Summary
At the conclusion of a local flight the pilot carried out a practice touch and go landing, and then positioned the aircraft for a full stop landing. Wind conditions at the time were light. Shortly after touchdown the aircraft commenced to veer to the right. The pilot was unable to stop the swing, and elected to go around. However, the aircraft was no longer aligned with the strip and during the attempted go-around the aircraft struck an embankment and a small tree. The pilot closed the throttle and the aircraft came to rest about 100 metres to the right of the strip.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198900806 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 26/04/1989 |
| Location | Victoria River Downs Station |
| Report release date | 16/06/1989 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Loss of control |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-18 |
| Registration | VH-PQE |
| Serial number | 18-6473 |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Victoria River Downs Station NT |
| Destination | Victoria River Downs Station NT |
| Damage | Substantial |