Summary
A Cassuit Racer had completed a short flight in the Camden area. The pilot reported losing directional control on touch down, following a normal approach and flare. The aircraft nosed over during the accident sequence, causing damage to the lower engine cowl and propeller.
The pilot had recently purchased the aircraft, and this was his first flight on type. As it is a single seat aircraft, he was completing a self-endorsement under the supervision of another pilot.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199703693 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 10/11/1997 |
| Location | Camden Aerodrome |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 03/04/1998 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Loss of control |
| Occurrence class | Incident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Amateur Built Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Model | IIIM |
| Registration | VH-MXA |
| Serial number | N77 |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Camden NSW |
| Destination | Camden NSW |
| Damage | Minor |