Investigation number
198500134
Occurrence date
Location
Busselton
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence category
Wheels up landing
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
During the circuit, the pilot and passenger were discussing fires near their property. The aircraft was subsequently landed with the gear up. The gear and its warning systems were serviceable. The pilot's attention was diverted from the operation of the aircraft by the fires and the pre-landing checks were not correctly completed.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Beech Aircraft Corp
Model
95
Registration
VH-FDP
Operation type
Private
Departure point
Bunbury WA
Departure time
1705
Destination
Busselton WA
Damage
Substantial