Cessna 210L terrain collision near Abingdon Downs

1 fatality • Abingdon Downs, Australia

A single-engine aircraft crashed into terrain during an aerial survey flight in Queensland, Australia.

What happened

On May 15, 2008, at approximately 1200 UTC, a Cessna 210L, registered as VH-IDM, collided with terrain near Abingdon Downs, Queensland, Australia. The aircraft had departed from Karumba, Australia, to perform an aerial survey mission. Following the departure, the aircraft failed to return to its origin as scheduled.

The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the aircraft, sustained 1 fatal injury.

Probable cause

No official probable cause was provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 May 2008 Cessna 210L accident near Abingdon Downs, Australia?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into terrain during an aerial survey flight in Queensland, Australia.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 May 2008 Cessna 210L accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 May 2008 involved a Cessna 210L, operated by Edsal Pty Ltd, at Abingdon Downs, Australia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No official probable cause was provided in the source material.

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