Summary
The aircraft was being flown between 500 and 1000 feet agl at 60 knots with 20 degree of flap. A mob of sheep was spotted and the pilot turned right to keep them in sight. The stall warning sounded and the pilot noticed a lack of elevator control but did not associate this with a stall. Descent continued while the pilot was engrossed in the elevator problem until the aircraft struck trees in its path. A major portion of the right wing was severed and the aircraft came to rest on its side.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198503497 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 22/01/1985 |
| Location | "Bullamon Plains" Property, 47 km N of Mungindi |
| Report release date | 25/03/1985 |
| 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 | Minor |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 182 |
| Registration | VH-EKH |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Bullamon Plains QLD |
| Destination | Bullamon Plains QLD |
| Damage | Destroyed |