Summary
The pilot was making a landing on a dirt strip 822 metres in length. The conditions were calm and the temperature was 37 degrees Celsius. The aircraft floated for some distance before touchdown. Although heavy braking was commenced the pilot reported it was apparent the aircraft would not stop before the end of the strip. A ground loop was initiated during which the aircraft entered soft ground. The nose leg was bent as the aircraft tipped onto a wing tip.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198802340 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 08/01/1988 |
| Location | Sandy Camp |
| Report release date | 15/02/1989 |
| 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 | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-28 |
| Registration | VH-PEJ |
| Serial number | 281459 |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Coonamble NSW |
| Destination | Sandy Camp NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |