Thruster TST, 25-0238, Redcourt (7 km west of Bairnsdale), Victoria, on 19 March 1990

Circumstances:

The pilot had previously experienced difficulty with directional control on landing. He had been given additional training in crosswind landing techniques on the day prior to the accident and had performed to a satisfactory standard. On the subject flight, the pilot carried out a normal approach and touchdown with a slight crosswind from the right. During the ground roll while still travelling at about 25 knots, the pilot lost directional control and the aircraft ground looped to the right. During the ground loop the left wheel broke off and hit the left wing strut.