Investigation number
199800752
Occurrence date
State
Tasmania
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence type
Hard landing
Occurrence category
Accident
While landing towards the north-west at Bruny Island, the aircraft landed heavily and bounced, tearing the nose landing gear from the aircraft and bending the propeller. The pilot and three passengers evacuated the aircraft without injury. The pilot reported that he suspected wind shear may have been a factor.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Cessna Aircraft Company
Model
172P
Registration
VH-SIZ
Sector
Piston
Departure point
Cambridge Tas.
Destination
Bruny Island Tas.
Damage
Substantial