Investigation number
199502305
Occurrence date
State
Queensland
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence category
Loss of control
Occurrence class
Accident
The pilot reported that the aircraft was hit by a gusting cross wind during the landing roll. The aircraft then ground looped turning through 180 degrees before coming to a halt, on the western edge of the runway. Later examination of the aircraft by a local LAME revealed that there was damage to the left landing gear, the left wing tip and wing strut and the windscreen had popped out.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Cessna Aircraft Company
Model
170A
Registration
VH-JBD
Sector
Piston
Departure point
Longreach QLD
Destination
Mount Isa QLD
Damage
Substantial