Investigation number
199703693
Occurrence date
State
New South Wales
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence type
Loss of control
Occurrence category
Incident

A Cassuit Racer had completed a short flight in the Camden area. The pilot reported loosing directional control on touch down, following a normal approach and flare. The aircraft nosed over during the accident sequence, causing damage to the lower engine cowl and propeller. The pilot had recently purchased the aircraft and this was his first flight on type. As it is a single seat aircraft, he was completing a self-endorsement under the supervision of another pilot.

Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Amateur Built Aircraft
Model
IIIM
Registration
VH-MXA
Serial number
N77
Sector
Piston
Departure point
Camden NSW
Destination
Camden NSW
Damage
Minor