Summary
Circumstances:
The pilot reported that whilst conducting cattle mustering at about 50 knots and 150 feet above the ground, the engine failed. The pilot considered that the engine failure was caused by a fuel blockage, although the fuel had appeared to be clean during the preflight inspection. The cause of the engine failure has not been established.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198903796 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 26/07/1989 |
| Location | Lawn Hill Station |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 27/09/1990 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Hughes Helicopters |
|---|---|
| Model | 269 |
| Registration | VH-THJ |
| Serial number | 660515 |
| Sector | Helicopter |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Lawn Hill Station QLD |
| Destination | Lawn Hill Station QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |