Accident Details
On November 17, 2009, at 1200 coordinated universal time, a Cessna A188B with Australian registration VH-ZRR, registered to and operated by South West Aerial Services, collided with terrain while maneuvering during an aerial application flight near Kojonup, Australia. The aircraft was substantially damaged. The pilot, the sole occupant, was killed.
Aircraft and Operator
The aircraft was a Cessna A188B, registration VH-ZRR. The operator was South West Aerial Services, which also held the registration. The flight was an aerial application operation.
Location and Context
The accident occurred near Kojonup, Australia. The time was 1200 UTC.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Australia, conducted by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB). The ATSB's contact information is: P.O. Box 967, Civic Square, Canberra A.C.T. 2608, Australia. Tel: +612 6274 6054. Fax: +612 6274 6434. Website: www.atsb.gov.au. This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by the Government of Australia.