Incident Overview
During the early stages of a medical transport flight from Merredin, the pilot encountered a pitch trim runaway emergency. The pilot attempted to stop the runaway but was unsuccessful, subsequently struggling to control the aircraft for the remainder of the flight. The flight was a patient transfer classified as not high priority, and the aircraft was serviceable prior to departure.
Emergency Response
Facing persistent trim issues, the pilot made a decision to enlist the assistance of a doctor on board. By coordinating their control inputs, the pilot and doctor managed to land the aircraft safely.
Pilot and Aircraft Information
The pilot held the necessary qualifications for the flight and had approximately seven months of experience operating the PC-12 type in similar operations. The takeoff occurred just after midnight during a night shift, but there were no indications of pilot fatigue. The investigation into the event continues to identify important safety considerations.