On December 23, 1980, a Partenavia P.68 (registration VH-IYO) operated by M. Negoescu was involved in an aviation accident near Bankstown, Australia during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during the climb phase following takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a campsite shortly after departing Bankstown Airport, resulting in injuries to the pilot.
What happened
During the initial climb phase following departure from Bankstown Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced an aerodynamic stall. The loss of lift caused the aircraft to descend rapidly, eventually impacting a camping area located near the airfield.
At the time of the accident, the pilot was the only person on board the aircraft. The impact resulted in one injury sustained by the pilot. There were no reports of any individuals on the ground being harmed during the incident.
Findings
The aircraft entered a stall state while ascending.
The crash occurred within a camping lot near the airport perimeter.
Probable cause
The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during the climb phase following takeoff.
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