Cessna 182R collision with terrain near Hamilton Aerodrome

1 fatality • Hamilton Aerodrome, Australia, Australia

A solo student pilot was killed when their aircraft struck the ground near Hamilton Aerodrome in Australia.

What happened

On September 23, 2013, at 1950 UTC, a Cessna 182R, registration VH-AUT, collided with terrain in the vicinity of Hamilton Aerodrome, Australia. The aircraft was being operated by a solo student pilot under Australian civil regulations. The impact resulted in 1 fatality and caused substantial damage to the airplane.

Probable cause

Not determined

Related events

Same aircraft

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Sep 2013 CESSNA 182 - R R accident near Hamilton Aerodrome, Australia, Australia?

A solo student pilot was killed when their aircraft struck the ground near Hamilton Aerodrome in Australia.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Sep 2013 CESSNA 182 - R R accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Sep 2013 involved a CESSNA 182 - R R, at Hamilton Aerodrome, Australia, Australia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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