Cessna 310 terrain collision near Mildura, Australia

1 fatality • Mildura, Australia, Australia

A single-engine aircraft crashed into terrain during its approach to Mildura, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

On November 6, 2015, at 18:40 local time, a Cessna 310R, registration VH-BWZ, was performing an approach near Mildura, Australia. During this phase of flight, the aircraft collided with terrain. The impact was followed by a post-impact fire that destroyed the airplane. The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the aircraft, sustained 1 fatal injury.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Nov 2015 CESSNA 310 R accident near Mildura, Australia, Australia?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into terrain during its approach to Mildura, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Nov 2015 CESSNA 310 R accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Nov 2015 involved a CESSNA 310 R, at Mildura, Australia, Australia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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