Skydart 3, 10-336 (AUF), 4 km East of Anakie VIC, 26 February 1989

198901572

Summary

The pilot was conducting a cross country flight in company with a Thruster ultralight. Near their destination he lost sight of this aircraft. After several minutes of searching, he located the Thruster on the ground. However, during several low passes he could not see the pilot. Fearing for the pilot's safety he elected to land. Just as the Skydart was about to touch down the pilot saw some rocks ahead on the intended landing area. He applied full power for a go around but the left maingear leg hit a rock and was torn off. The pilot closed the throttle and landed adjacent to the other aircraft, which had also suffered landing gear damage during a forced landing. The other pilot was uninjured but had left the scene minutes earlier seeking assistance.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198901572
Occurrence date 26/02/1989
Location 4 km East of Anakie
Report release date 21/06/1989
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level None

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Aero Composite Pty Ltd
Model Skydart
Registration 10-336
Serial number N/A
Operation type Sports Aviation
Departure point Lovely Banks VIC
Destination Anakie VIC
Damage Substantial