Accident
On March 4, 2018, at approximately 1040 local time, a Cessna U206G airplane, registered as VH-LHQ, sustained substantial damage when it struck water during the takeoff phase near Southport, Queensland, Australia. The pilot and two passengers on board were not injured in the occurrence.
Aircraft
The aircraft involved was a Cessna U206G, a six-seat, high-wing, single-engine utility airplane commonly used for general aviation tasks. The specific registration, VH-LHQ, identifies the aircraft as registered in Australia. No further details about the aircraft's maintenance history or configuration were provided in the source.
Investigation
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is responsible for investigating this accident. As of the source's release, the investigation was ongoing, and only limited information had been released. The ATSB can be contacted for further details at P.O. Box 967, Civic Square, Canberra A.C.T. 2608, Australia, or by phone at +612 6274 6054. Additional information may be available on their website at www.atsb.gov.au.
Aftermath
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft, but no injuries were reported among the occupants. The specific circumstances leading to the water impact during takeoff have not been detailed in the source. The investigation by the ATSB is expected to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the event.