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Date:
11-APR-2024
Time:
15:30
Type of Aircraft:
Cessna 404 Titan (Presumed)
Owner/Operator:
Private
Fatalities:
0 / Occupants: 3
Aircraft Damage:
Unknown
Location:
Emerald Airport, QLD (EMD/YEML) – Australia
Destination Airport:
Emerald Airport, QLD (EMD/YEML)
Circumstances:
**A presumed Cessna 404 Titan encountered a smoke and/or fire incident in the cabin while landing at Emerald Airport, QLD. The incident, which occurred at approximately 15:30, led to an emergency response as the aircraft landed safely. Initial reports indicate that there was a small fire in the cabin, which was extinguished before the arrival of the emergency services. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services confirmed that the smoke was cleared and the cabin ventilated by firefighters. Three occupants were transported to Emerald Hospital in stable conditions by Queensland Ambulance Service. The specific cause of the smoke and fire is under investigation by local authorities. This incident highlights the critical nature of rapid emergency response and the effectiveness of onboard safety procedures in mitigating potential injuries.**
Carter Capner Law monitors accidents involving light aircraft, helicopters, charter flights, balloons, commuter aircraft and airlines throughout Australia and overseas to spotlight safety issues of concern to our clients and to demonstrate those situations in which they may have a right to an insurance or compensation recovery. We act for pilots, passengers, operators, aircraft owners and aviation employees worldwide. Call today on 1300 529 529 or click here to reach Carter Capner Law. Click on Client Showcase to view our history of aircraft accident compensation claims.