Investigation number
199502587
Occurrence date
State
South Australia
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence category
Forced/precautionary landing
Occurrence class
Accident
During a ferry flight the aircraft's engine began to run rough, then stopped about 20 seconds later. The pilot made a successful forced landing into scrub-covered terrain in an inaccessible area of a national park, with the aircraft suffering only minor damage. An examination of the engine revealed the cam ring had fractured.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Air Tractor Inc
Model
AT-301
Registration
VH-FAQ
Sector
Piston
Departure point
Mount Hill SA
Destination
Maltee SA
Damage
Substantial