Aircraft and Flight Details
On December 7, 2011, at 0530 universal coordinated time, a Cessna 210M, registered VH-WBZ, was involved in an accident near Roma, Australia. The flight was operated under the pertinent civil regulations of Australia. The aircraft was substantially damaged during the event.
Accident Details
The aircraft collided with terrain. The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the airplane, sustained fatal injuries. No other persons were on board.
Investigation
The investigation into the accident is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Australia, specifically the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB). The ATSB is responsible for investigating transport safety matters in Australia. This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by the Government of Australia. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from the ATSB at P.O. Box 967, Civic Square, Canberra A.C.T. 2608, Australia, or by telephone at +612 6274 6054, or fax at +612 6274 6434, or via the website www.atsb.gov.au.
The ATSB's investigation will analyze the circumstances leading to the collision with terrain. As of the release of this preliminary information, no probable cause has been stated. The investigation remains ongoing, and updates may be provided by the ATSB as further details become available.
Conclusion
No probable cause has been determined by the investigation as of the date of this report.