Investigation number
198502543
Occurrence date
Location
Bankstown
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
On return from his third solo flight, the pilot was attempting to complete a 180 degree turn in a confined area between two hangars. He positioned the aircraft on the left extremity of the concrete apron prior to starting the right turn. The left outer wing section struck a vertical support for the hangar located adjacent to the apron.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Piper Aircraft Corp
Model
PA-38
Registration
VH-UAL
Operation type
Flying Training
Departure point
Bankstown NSW
Departure time
1015
Destination
Bankstown NSW
Damage
Substantial