Summary
Circumstances:
The pilot was attempting an aerotow take-off from a stubble covered paddock following an out-landing. During the ground roll, directional control was lost and the take-off discontinued after the wing tips contacted patches of stubble. The rear fuselage fractured during an ensuing ground loop.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199101647 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 09/01/1991 |
| Location | The Rock |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 23/07/1991 |
| 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 | Glasflugel |
|---|---|
| Model | 303 |
| Registration | VH-FQO |
| Serial number | N/K |
| Sector | Other |
| Operation type | Gliding |
| Departure point | The Rock NSW |
| Destination | Benalla VIC |
| Damage | Substantial |