Transavia PL12, VH-MLJ, 8 km East of Deloraine TAS, 6 February 1985

198501386

Summary

At the conclusion of spraying operations the pilot initiated a climb enroute to his destination. Almost immediately, the engine failed completely and the pilot was committed to a landing in a barley crop. During the landing roll the nosewheel was broken off and the aircraft overturned. The aircraft was at about 100 feet agl when the engine failed and the most suitable area available required that the landing be made downhill on a soft surface. A skid to the right after touchdown caused the nosegear to fail. The cause of the engine power loss could not be established.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 198501386
Occurrence date 06/02/1985
Location 8 km East of Deloraine
Report release date 01/07/1985
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level None

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Transavia Corp Pty Ltd
Model PL-12
Registration VH-MLJ
Operation type Aerial Work
Departure point Deloraine TAS
Destination Deloraine TAS
Damage Substantial