On September 27, 2025, a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) (registration VH-XAA) operated by Skyone was involved in an aviation accident near Moruya, Australia during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A solo flight operated by Skyone Moruya ended in a fatal crash near Moruya Airport after the pilot completed a skydiving mission.
What happened
A single-engine aircraft, operated by Skyone Moruya, departed from Moruya Airport to conduct a local skydiving excursion. The flight initially carried nine people, including the pilot and eight skydivers. Following the successful completion of the jump sequence, all eight passengers exited the aircraft.
While the pilot was performing a return flight to the airfield, the aircraft went down approximately 2 km north of the airport. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the plane and the death of the pilot.
Findings
The specific circumstances surrounding the crash remain undetermined at this time.