Cessna U206-G, VH-WEN, Noosa QLD, 14 September 1987

198703501

Summary

During the final approach, the pilot observed kangaroos near the edge of the strip. He continued the approach, expecting the animals to take fright at the approaching aircraft and clear the strip. However, just prior to touchdown, one of the animals bounded towards the aircraft. The pilot attempted to carry out a go-around but the animal struck the right elevator causing substantial damage to the empennage and rear fuselage. The go-around attempt was abandoned and the aircraft was landed. No means was available to prevent animals from entering the flight strip. This accident was not the subject of an on-site investigation.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198703501
Occurrence date 14/09/1987
Location Noosa
Report release date 11/03/1988
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Animal strike
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level None

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Cessna Aircraft Company
Model 206
Registration VH-WEN
Serial number U206-06497
Operation type Private
Departure point Grantham QLD
Destination Noosa Qld
Damage Substantial