Investigation number
199403181
Occurrence date
State
New South Wales
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence category
Loss of control
Occurrence class
Accident
During the landing roll of the fifth and final circuit, the student pilot lost directional control in light but variable wind conditions. As a result, the aircraft ground looped, damaging the left main landing gear.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Bellanca Aircraft Corp
Model
7GCBC
Registration
VH-MWY
Sector
Piston
Departure point
Camden NSW
Destination
Camden NSW
Damage
Substantial