Wire strikes - A Technical Analysis

Wires have long been recognised as one of the greatest hazards facing aerial-work pilots. The outcome of colliding with wires varies from being harmless to unforgiving. Australia averages 7.6 wire strikes each year. Some of these are fatal with aircraft either substantially damaged or completely destroyed.

Publication details

Publication type Research and Analysis Report
Publication mode Aviation
Publication date 21/07/1991
Authors ATSB
ISBN 0 642 16248 4