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Date:
20-APR-2024
Type of Aircraft:
Vol Mediterrani Esqual VM-1C
Owner/Operator:
Private
Engine Model:
Rotax 912 ULS
Fatalities:
0
Aircraft Damage:
Minor
Location:
Benalla Airport (YBLA), Benalla, VIC – Australia
Phase:
Landing
Nature:
Private
Destination Airport:
Benalla Airport, VIC (BLN/YBLA)
Circumstances:
**A Vol Mediterrani Esqual VM-1C experienced a hard landing at Benalla Airport, VIC, resulting in the collapse of the nose gear. This incident caused a propeller strike and the engine to stop abruptly. Despite the unsettling nature of the event, there were no fatalities, and the aircraft sustained only minor damage. The occurrence details were submitted to the Recreational Aviation Australia (RAAus), which will likely review the incident to determine any underlying issues with the aircraft’s landing gear and assess any necessary improvements to prevent future occurrences.**
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.