Summary
During the landing roll of the fifth and final circuit, the student pilot lost directional control in light but variable wind conditions. As a result, the aircraft ground looped, damaging the left main landing gear.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199403181 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 26/10/1994 |
| Location | Camden |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 08/05/1995 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Loss of control |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Bellanca Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | 7GCBC |
| Registration | VH-MWY |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Flying Training |
| Departure point | Camden NSW |
| Destination | Camden NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |