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Date:
26-APR-2024
Time:
13:15
Type of Aircraft:
de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk
Owner/Operator:
Private
Registration:
VH-POR
MSN:
OGMA 44
Year of Manufacture:
1958
Engine Model:
De Havilland Company Ltd GIPSY MAJOR 10 MK.2
Fatalities:
0
Aircraft Damage:
Substantial
Location:
Jandakot Airport, WA (JAD/YPJT) – Australia
Phase:
Take off
Departure Airport:
Jandakot Airport, WA (YPJT)
Destination Airport:
Jandakot Airport, WA (JAD/YPJT)
Circumstances:
**A de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk, registered as VH-POR, experienced a critical incident during takeoff at Jandakot Airport, resulting in a crash with the aircraft impacting the ground with little forward momentum and the port wing low. The 73-year-old pilot, who was the sole occupant, issued a mayday call shortly after being cleared for takeoff, indicating immediate distress. Emergency services responded promptly, and the pilot was transported to Royal Perth Hospital with serious injuries. Approximately seven fire trucks and multiple emergency personnel were involved in the response. A witness reported that the aircraft appeared to lose power just after takeoff, leading to the crash. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau will be investigating the incident to determine the contributing factors and possible mechanical failures involved.**
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.