Summary
Circumstances:
The aircraft was making a crosswind landing on runway 22. The pilot reported that as the aircraft was touching down on the main wheels it was struck by a strong gust, blowing it from the centreline. Because grassed areas were available, the pilot did not attempt to regain the centreline. The aircraft continued to diverge from the runway until it struck a ditch.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199002016 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 16/10/1990 |
| Location | Goulburn |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 17/06/1991 |
| 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-XMB |
| Serial number | 28-7916263 |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Flying Training |
| Departure point | Bankstown NSW |
| Destination | Goulburn NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |