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Date:
January 15, 2025
Time:
14:09 AEDT
Type of Aircraft:
IAI 1124A Westwind
Owner/Operator:
Pel-Air
Registration:
VH-KNR
MSN:
340
Year of Manufacture:
[Information not provided]Engine Model:
[Information not provided – likely Garrett TFE731]Fatalities:
0 / Occupants: 0
Other Fatalities:
0
Aircraft Damage:
Unknown
Location:
Wagga Wagga Airport (YSWG/WGA) – Australia
Phase:
Standing
Nature:
[Not specified, but likely parked/grounded]Departure Airport:
Wagga Wagga-Forrest Hill Airport, NSW (WGA/YSWG)
Destination Airport:
[Not specified]Confidence Rating:
Information is only available from news, social media or unofficial sources
Circumstances:
An IAI 1124A Westwind aircraft, registered VH-KNR and operated by Pel-Air, was involved in a ground incident at Wagga Wagga Airport during a severe thunderstorm. The aircraft was pushed into a drainage ditch by strong winds, causing unknown damage.
The incident occurred at approximately 14:09 AEDT, with a nearby anemometer recording wind speeds of 106 km/h. The severe weather conditions caused significant disruption at the airport, including flight diversions and power outages.
The extent of damage to the aircraft is currently unknown and will be assessed by engineers. The incident highlights the potential risks posed by severe weather events to aircraft, even when parked on the ground. Proper securing and tie-down procedures are crucial to mitigating such risks.
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.