Summary
Circumstances:
The pilot reported that he was aware of the location of the three-cable powerline during his spray runs. He had completed three runs under the line and was conducting a clean-up run at the opposite end of the paddock when he collided with the wires during a pullup. The wire deflector snapped, and the top of the vertical stabilizer and rudder were torn off. The pilot was able to land the aircraft safely. He indicated that he had forgotten about the location of the line when he moved to the other end of the paddock and it was no longer necessary to fly under them.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199000108 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 14/12/1990 |
| Location | 10 km west of Pemberton |
| State | Western Australia |
| Report release date | 10/04/1991 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Wirestrike |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 188 |
| Registration | VH-SUA |
| Serial number | 18802973T |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | Pemberton WA |
| Destination | Pemberton WA |
| Damage | Substantial |