Accident Details
On December 7, 2018, at 0929 Universal Time Coordinated, a Pilatus Britten-Norman Ltd BN2A-20, registration VH-OBL, was destroyed when it collided with terrain near the Hobart Aerodrome in Hobart, Australia. The aircraft was occupied by a single person, the pilot, who was fatally injured.
Investigation
The investigation into the accident is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Australia. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is responsible for the inquiry. The ATSB has released initial information regarding the occurrence, but further details may be obtained from the bureau. The contact person is Mr. Peta Nisbet, Senior Transport Safety Investigator, based in Canberra, ACT.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was a BN2A-20 model, manufactured by Pilatus Britten-Norman Ltd. Its registration mark was VH-OBL. The aircraft was destroyed upon impact with terrain.
Location
The accident occurred near the Hobart Aerodrome in Hobart, Australia. No further location specifics have been provided in the initial report.