Cessna 172N submerged in water near Broken Hill

1 fatality • Broken Hill, Australia

A private Cessna 172N crashed into water near Broken Hill, Australia, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

On June 21, 2010, at approximately 0145 UTC, a Cessna 172N, registration VH-UFN, crashed into water near Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia. The aircraft had departed from Woolcunda Homestead, NSW, at an undetermined time.

After being reported missing, the aircraft was located submerged in water. The impact resulted in 1 fatality for the pilot, who was the sole occupant of the aircraft. The airplane sustained substantial damage.

Probable cause

not provided

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Jun 2010 CESSNA 172N accident near Broken Hill, Australia?

A private Cessna 172N crashed into water near Broken Hill, Australia, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Jun 2010 CESSNA 172N accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Jun 2010 involved a CESSNA 172N, operated by Robert Seekamp, at Broken Hill, Australia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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