Investigation number
198900252
Occurrence date
Location
Holt Rock
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
The pilot was taxiing for take-off from an agricultural strip when one main landing gear leg struck a tree stump, which was hidden by long grass, and collapsed. The pilot was not aware of the obstruction prior to the accident.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Intermountain Manufacturing Co
Model
A-9
Registration
VH-MPD
Serial number
1070
Operation type
Aerial Work
Departure point
Holt Rock WA
Departure time
N/A
Destination
Holt Rock WA
Damage
Substantial