What happened
While operating a flight from Toowoomba toward the Central Coast region of New South Wales, the aircraft experienced a loss of power due to an engine failure. As the aircraft approached its destination, the pilot initiated an emergency descent to locate a suitable landing site.
The pilot successfully maneuvered the aircraft toward Teggulations Lake, attempting to land in the water to avoid more significant impact. The aircraft ultimately came to rest in the shallow waters of the lake. While the airframe sustained damage that rendered it beyond economical repair, there were no injuries reported for the pilot.
Findings
- The primary factor leading to the emergency landing was a mechanical failure involving the engine during the approach phase.