Summary
The pilot reported that after completion of the first heat of a pylon race, flying at 100 feet above the ground, the aircraft was climbed to 350 feet in preparation for landing. The throttle was closed to reduce speed and within about 15 seconds the engine began to run roughly. The pilot opened the throttle but there was no response from the engine. The aircraft was landed in a paddock.
Significant Factors
The following factors were considered relevant to the development of the accident:
1 Engine power loss, for undetermined reasons.
2 Unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199400554 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 05/03/1994 |
| Location | 25 km south of Launceston Airport |
| State | Tasmania |
| Report release date | 14/06/1994 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Engine failure or malfunction |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Amateur Built Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Model | IIIM |
| Registration | VH-MXA |
| Sector | Piston |
| Departure point | Valley Field, TAS |
| Destination | Valley Field, TAS |
| Damage | Substantial |