De Havilland DHC-2 accident near Cottage Point, Australia

6 fatalities • Cottage Point, Australia

A De Havilland DHC-2 aircraft crashed into water during its initial climb following takeoff near Cottage Point.

What happened

On December 31, 2017, at 15:15 local time, a De Havilland DHC-2, registration VH-NOO, was performing a takeoff near Cottage Point, Australia. During the initial climb phase, the aircraft collided with the water. The impact resulted in the destruction of the airplane and 6 fatal injuries to the pilot and five passengers.

Probable cause

No probable cause was provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Dec 2017 DE HAVILLAND DHC2 accident near Cottage Point, Australia?

A De Havilland DHC-2 aircraft crashed into water during its initial climb following takeoff near Cottage Point.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 Dec 2017 DE HAVILLAND DHC2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Dec 2017 involved a DE HAVILLAND DHC2, at Cottage Point, Australia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was provided in the source material.

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