Investigation number
198903832
Occurrence date
Location
70 km SSE of Quilpie
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
The pilot reported that while cruising at about 350 feet above ground level, the engine began to run roughly to the extent that he was unable to maintain height. In the subsequent landing, the aircraft struck a tree, cartwheeled, and was extensively damaged. The spark plug in one of the engine's two cylinders was fouled by carbon deposits.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Austflight U.L.A. Pty Ltd
Model
Drifter 582
Operation type
Sports Aviation
Departure point
Beechal Station (63 km SSE Quilpie) QLD
Departure time
1115 approx
Destination
Wareo Station (74 km SSE Quilpie) QLD
Damage
Substantial