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Date:
Tuesday 18 November 2025
Time:
c. 10:00 LT
Type of Aircraft:
Sonex Aircraft Sonex Trigear (Silhouette image of generic SONX model; specific model in this crash may look slightly different)
Owner/Operator:
Private
Registration:
19-1654
MSN:
0218
Year of Manufacture:
Not specified
Engine Model:
Not specified
Fatalities:
0 / Occupants: 1
Other Fatalities:
0
Aircraft Damage:
Minor
Category:
Accident
Location:
near Midgee, Rockhampton Region, QLD – Australia
Phase:
Landing
Nature:
Private
Departure Airport:
Rockhampton Airport, QLD (ROK/YBRK)
Destination Airport:
Rockhampton Airport, QLD (ROK/YBRK)
Investigating Agency:
Not specified
Confidence Rating:
Information is only available from news, social media or unofficial sources
Circumstances:
The aircraft was conducting a private flight in the Rockhampton region, operating between Rockhampton Airport for both departure and intended return. While flying near Midgee, the pilot initiated a forced landing due to circumstances not detailed in available reporting.
During the forced landing, the aircraft touched down in a field. The nosewheel collapsed after landing, resulting in minor damage to the airframe. Emergency services attended the scene, although access was reported as challenging.
The sole pilot on board was uninjured and able to exit the aircraft without assistance. No additional injuries or external damage were reported.
Sources:
https://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/rockhampton/difficult-access-for-emergency-services-racing-to-scene-of-lightplane-incident/news-story/354b6804027073417a35eb5b0ff8a852?amp&nk=2d856ba844c3e04f6920934246ab68ad-1763432510
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.