Cessna 182-Q, VH-FRV, Vergemont Station,145 km W of Longreach QLD, 22 May 1984

198400024

Summary

The pilot reported that his approach to land towards the north-west was good, however the aircraft floated for some distance before touching down. As the aircraft landed the sun appeared from behind a cloud and the pilot lost all forward vision. Braking was applied but, as the pilot considered that the aircraft was not slowing down and he was aware that the strip end was near, he applied power to go around. The aircraft failed to become airborne and collided with a bush and a fence beyond the end of the strip. The investigation did not reveal any fault with the aircraft that could have contributed to the accident.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198400024
Occurrence date 22/05/1984
Location Vergemont Station,145 km W of Longreach
Report release date 25/09/1984
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Runway excursion
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level None

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Cessna Aircraft Company
Model 182
Registration VH-FRV
Operation type Aerial Work
Departure point Vergemont Station QLD
Destination Vergemont Station QLD
Damage Substantial