May 12, 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:

12-MAY-2023

Type of aircraft:

Magni Gyro M-16C Tandem Trainer

Operator:

Private

Registration:

G1850

Flight Phase:

Take off

Flight Type:

Training

Survivors:

Yes

Schedule:

Lake Macquarie Airport (YLMQ), Parks Point, NSW

Location:

Lake Macquarie Airport (YLMQ), Parks Point, NSW

Total fatalities:

0

Total Occupants:

2

Circumstances:

At Lake Macquarie Airport, a gyroplane was taking off with an instructor pilot and a student pilot on board. As the aircraft gained altitude, the instructor pilot observed an Extra EA 300L aircraft approaching and took evasive action to prevent a collision. After impacting the earth, the aircraft sustained substantial damage.

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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.