What happened
During aerial filming, the RPAS pilot received multiple strong wind warnings. The RPAS subsequently struck a building before colliding with the ground. The RPAS sustained substantial damage.
- Occupants 0 on board No fatalities recorded
- Aircraft Substantial Damage to the aircraft
- Phase Manoeuvring
- Investigation Status not stated ATSB
Occurrence data
| Date | Saturday 5 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Time | 4:22pm |
| Aircraft | DJI |
| Phase of flight | Manoeuvring |
| Location | Near Sydney, NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |
|---|---|
| Occupants | 0 |
| Fatalities | 0 |
| Investigation | ATSB |
| Published | 5 September 2026 |
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