Accident Overview
On January 29, 2016, at 1155 local time, a Piper PA-28-235, registered VH-PXD, was ditched in the waters near Barwon Heads, Australia. The aircraft was operated by a private individual under the pertinent regulations of the Government of Australia. The aircraft was destroyed, and the pilot and three passengers were fatally injured.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Australia and is being conducted by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB). Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from the ATSB.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was a Piper PA-28-235, a single-engine general aviation airplane. No further details about its configuration or maintenance history were provided in the source.