July 1, 2024

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.

Date:
19-MAR-2024

Time:
09:30

Type of Aircraft:
Light Aircraft

Owner/Operator:
Private

Fatalities:
0 / Occupants: 1

Aircraft Damage:
Unknown

Location:
NE of Killarney, QLD – Australia

Phase:
En route

Nature:
Private

Circumstances:

**A private light aircraft executed an emergency landing in a remote area known as The Head, near Killarney, Queensland. The incident occurred at around 09:30 on Tuesday, 19 March 2024. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, managed to exit the aircraft unharmed and sought assistance at a nearby property. Following the emergency landing, rescue teams were dispatched to the location to assist in the recovery of the aircraft and ensure the pilot’s well-being. Initial reports indicate the pilot made a mayday call prior to landing, prompting a swift response from local authorities and emergency services. The exact cause of the emergency landing is under investigation by the police, who are looking into the circumstances leading up to the incident in the Southern Downs region.**

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.