Investigation number
198802340
Occurrence date
Location
Sandy Camp
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence category
Loss of control
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
The pilot was making a landing on a dirt strip 822 metres in length. The conditions were calm and the temperature was 37 degrees Celsius. The aircraft floated for some distance before touchdown. Although heavy braking was commenced the pilot reported it was apparent the aircraft would not stop before the end of the strip. A ground loop was initiated during which the aircraft entered soft ground. The nose leg was bent as the aircraft tipped onto a wing tip.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Piper Aircraft Corp
Model
PA-28
Registration
VH-PEJ
Serial number
281459
Operation type
Private
Departure point
Coonamble NSW
Departure time
1225
Destination
Sandy Camp NSW
Damage
Substantial