October 8, 2023

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 & Time:
8-OCT-2023, circa 16:10 LT

Type of Aircraft:
Cessna 172N Skyhawk

Operator:
Private

Flight Phase:
Approach

Flight Type:
Private

Total Occupants:
2

Total Fatalities:
2

Circumstances:

On 8th October 2023, a tragic incident unfolded near Merriton, SA, where a Cessna 172N Skyhawk aircraft struck powerlines and subsequently crashed in a paddock. The aftermath resulted in one immediate fatality, while the pilot succumbed to his injuries overnight. The aircraft was unfortunately consumed by fire.

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.