Cessna 185A, VH-AGI, Hillman Farm, 60 km East of Collie WA, 29 September 1985

198500149

Summary

At the conclusion of a parachute dropping sortie, the pilot landed the aircraft at the strip in a strong crosswind. During the landing roll the aircraft began to swing to the left and the right gear leg collapsed. The right wing, tailplane and elevator were bent after contacting the ground. The aircraft was one of four operating from the strip, when the wind backed and increased in strength, during the passage of a weak front. The pilot had been aware of the change in wind velocity before attempting the landing.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198500149
Occurrence date 29/09/1985
Location Hillman Farm, 60 km East of Collie
Report release date 16/12/1985
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 None

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Cessna Aircraft Company
Model 185
Registration VH-AGI
Operation type Private
Departure point Hillman Farm WA
Destination Hillman Farm WA
Damage Substantial