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Date:
Wednesday 19 November 2025
Time:
c. 08:55 LT
Type of Aircraft:
Yakovlev Yak-52TW (Silhouette image of generic YK52 model; specific model in this crash may look slightly different)
Owner/Operator:
Private
Registration:
VH-YGR
MSN:
0212403
Year of Manufacture:
2002
Engine Model:
Vedeneyev (Ivchenko) Engines M-14P
Fatalities:
0 / Occupants: 1
Other Fatalities:
0
Aircraft Damage:
Minor
Category:
Accident
Location:
near Samsonvale, QLD – Australia
Phase:
Landing
Nature:
Private
Departure Airport:
Not specified – Not specified
Destination Airport:
Not specified – Not specified
Investigating Agency:
ATSB
Confidence Rating:
Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities
Circumstances:
The aircraft was operating a private flight when it force landed in a boggy area near Samsonvale, Queensland. Emergency services were dispatched to the location, where the aircraft was found resting off prepared surfaces.
The sole pilot on board was assessed at the scene before being airlifted to hospital. Reports indicated that the pilot was transported in a stable condition.
The aircraft sustained minor damage as a result of the forced landing. The ATSB confirmed the occurrence and stated that it was gathering additional information before deciding whether to initiate a formal investigation.
Sources:
https://7news.com.au/news/pilot-rushed-to-hospital-after-plane-crashes-while-making-emergency-landing-in-samsonvale–c-20724105.amp
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.