Investigation number
199303246
Occurrence date
State
Victoria
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence type
Fuel starvation
Occurrence category
Incident
Soon after takeoff, on initial climb, the left engine engine lost power because the mechanical fuel pump failed. The pilot feathered the left propeller and landed safely back at Yarrawonga. Significant Factor The following factor was considered relevant to the development of the incident: 1. The engine driven mechanical fuel pump failed in flight.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Cessna Aircraft Company
Model
310R
Registration
VH-LYD
Sector
Piston
Departure point
Yarrawonga VIC
Destination
Wangaratta VIC
Damage
Nil