Summary
The pilot was engaged in spraying a crop of lupins. The aircraft was observed to fly from one paddock to another on the property. A short time later a tree in that paddock was observed to be on fire. The wreckage of the aircraft was later found in the paddock. The aircraft had struck the ground in an inverted attitude and was completely burnt out by the ensuing fire. No evidence of aircraft failure or pilot incapacitation was found. The reason for the loss of control leading to the accident could not be determined.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198303442 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 16/10/1983 |
| Location | 25 Km SW of Tintinara |
| Report release date | 28/02/1984 |
| 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 | Fatal |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-25 |
| Registration | VH-CDU |
| Operation type | Aerial Work |
| Departure point | 25 Km SW of Tintinara |
| Destination | Tolmer Rocks Property SA |
| Damage | Destroyed |