Summary
The aircraft was landed heavily resulting in the separation of the right-hand brake calliper. The pilot lost directional control of the aircraft, and it veered off the runway and ground looped, causing damage to the ailerons, wingtips and the interplane struts.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199300057 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 21/01/1993 |
| Location | Newcastle Waters Station |
| State | Northern Territory |
| Report release date | 09/08/1994 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Hard landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Pitts Aviation Enterprises |
|---|---|
| Model | S-2A |
| Registration | VH-KIT |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Tindal NT |
| Destination | Newcastle Waters NT |
| Damage | Substantial |