Passenger injured during landing in high wind conditions

Casualties unknown • 18 km E Essendon Airport (Rosanna Golf Course), Victoria

A passenger sustained minor injuries during a precautionary landing necessitated by high winds.

What happened

Before commencing the flight, the pilot assessed the meteorological forecast and identified that wind speeds were expected to be high. Although the conditions remained within acceptable operational limits, the pilot decided to proceed with the flight while planning for a potential lay-over landing.

During the flight, the pilot observed that the wind strength was consistent with the initial forecast. In preparation for the anticipated landing, the pilot briefed the passengers on the upcoming arrival. During the landing process, a passenger sustained a minor injury.

The investigation

Following the occurrence, an investigation was conducted to determine the circumstances surrounding the passenger's injury. While the investigation confirmed the presence of the forecasted wind conditions, investigators were unable to establish a specific cause for the injury sustained by the passenger.

Probable cause

The investigation could not determine the specific cause of the passenger's injury during the landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2018-04-02 Kavanagh Balloons E-240 accident near 18 km E Essendon Airport (Rosanna Golf Course), Victoria?

A passenger sustained minor injuries during a precautionary landing necessitated by high winds.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2018-04-02 involved a Kavanagh Balloons E-240, registration VH-DUX, operated by Global Ballooning, at 18 km E Essendon Airport (Rosanna Golf Course), Victoria.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The investigation could not determine the specific cause of the passenger's injury during the landing.

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