The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the reported mid-air collision between a Robinson helicopter and a Piper Cub that occurred during the late afternoon on 13 February 2008, in the ranges north of Gascoyne Junction.
A team of four (4) Transport Safety Investigators is expected to be in Carnarvon later today to commence the on-site phase of the investigation.
Any person/witness with information about the accident is encouraged to contact the ATSB on 1800 020 616.
Further advice will be provided if the ATSB decides to conduct a media conference at the accident site.
The ATSB expects to have a preliminary factual report available for public release in approximately thirty (30) days from the date of the accident.