Investigation number
199503035
Occurrence date
State
South Australia
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence category
Collision with terrain
Occurrence class
Accident
The aircraft was engaged on agricultural operations in hilly country when it encountered a sink conditions. Although the pilot applied full power and take-off flap, he was unable to prevent the aircraft from descending into trees tops on a ridgeline. The pilot dumped the load, but the aircraft continued to descend and impact the ground. The pilot had not been aware of any sink indications during previous spray runs.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Air Tractor Inc
Model
AT-301
Registration
VH-JAI
Sector
Piston
Departure point
Cleve SA
Destination
Cleve SA
Damage
Substantial