Summary
After touchdown, the pilot observed two kangaroos run onto the runway. He was unable to avoid the animals and one struck and collapsed the nosegear. The other struck the right flap.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199300336 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 01/03/1993 |
| Location | The Monument |
| State | Queensland |
| Report release date | 30/08/1993 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Animal strike |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Beech Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | 58 |
| Registration | VH-EGM |
| Serial number | TH-730 |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Charter |
| Departure point | Mt Isa QLD |
| Destination | The Monument QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |