Incident Overview
On September 23, 2013, at 1950 universal coordinated time, a Cessna 182R aircraft, registered as VH-AUT, collided with terrain in the vicinity of Hamilton Aerodrome, Australia. The flight was being conducted under the applicable civil aviation regulations of Australia. The solo student pilot onboard was fatally injured, and the aircraft incurred substantial damage.
Aircraft and Operator Information
The aircraft involved was a Cessna 182R, a single-engine, high-wing general aviation airplane commonly used for training and personal transportation. Its registration, VH-AUT, was issued by the Australian civil aviation authority. The operator and further details of the flight were not specified in the released information.
Investigation and Jurisdiction
The investigation into the accident falls under the jurisdiction of the Government of Australia, specifically the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB). The ATSB, headquartered in Canberra, is responsible for investigating transportation safety occurrences. The information released in this report is for informational purposes only and contains only data provided by the Australian authorities.
Accident Details
At the time of the accident, the aircraft was being flown by a student pilot operating solo. The collision with terrain occurred near Hamilton Aerodrome, a regional airport in Victoria, Australia. The exact sequence of events leading to the collision has not been disclosed in this preliminary information.
Outcome
The pilot sustained fatal injuries as a result of the accident. The aircraft was substantially damaged, indicating significant structural harm but not necessarily a total destruction. No other persons were reported involved.
Further Information
Additional details regarding this accident may be obtained from the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) at P.O. Box 967, Civic Square, Canberra A.C.T. 2608, Australia, or by telephone at +612 6274 6054. The ATSB's website (www.atsb.gov.au) may also provide updates as the investigation progresses.