Airframe event involving a Rockwell International 114, VH-ZWH, Avington Homestead, Queensland, on 12 April 1998

199801211

Summary

The pilot reported difficulty in maintaining directional control of the aircraft during the later stages of the landing roll. The pilot indicated that the left main gear collapsed, the left wing contacted the ground, and the nose wheel collapsed. The aircraft slid a short distance before coming to a stop. The pilot and his passenger were uninjured.

Following the accident, the pilot observed that the right-hand main tyre was partially deflated. Although the tyre was normally inflated prior to departure, it was unclear if this contributed to the pilot's difficulty in maintaining control of the aircraft during the landing roll.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 199801211
Occurrence date 12/04/1998
Location Avington Homestead
State Queensland
Report release date 21/05/1998
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Occurrence class Accident

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Rockwell International
Model 114
Registration VH-ZWH
Sector Piston
Operation type Private
Departure point Bourke NSW
Destination Avington Station Qld
Damage Substantial