Investigation number
AO-2023-052
Occurrence date
Location
Eungella National Park
State
Queensland
Report status
Pending
Investigation level
Short
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation phase
Evidence collection
Investigation status
Active
Aviation occurrence type
Collision with terrain
Occurrence category
Accident
Highest injury level
Fatal
Anticipated completion
The ATSB is investigating a collision with terrain involving a SOCATA TB-20, VH-JTY, in the Eungella National Park, Queensland, on 28 October 2023.
An ATSB investigation team was deployed to Mackay, Queensland, to commence the evidence collection phase of the investigation. Investigators will interview any witnesses, examine maintenance records and any recorded data, and collect other relevant information.
A final report will be released at the conclusion of the investigation.
Should a critical safety issue be identified during the course of the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify relevant parties, so that appropriate safety action can be taken.
Aircraft Details
Model
TB-20
Serial number
516
Sector
Piston
Registration
VH-JTY
Operation type
Part 91 General operating and flight rules
Damage
Destroyed
Manufacturer
S.O.C.A.T.A.-Groupe Aerospatiale