CESSNA CONQUEST II — Other Documents

This document is an ATSB Transport Safety Report detailing the investigation into the loss of control and subsequent collision with terrain involving a Cessna 441 Conquest II aircraft, registered VH-XMJ. The incident occurred on May 30, 2017, during a proficiency check flight from Adelaide Airport to Renmark Airport in South Australia. The report outlines the circumstances leading to the accident, including pilot qualifications, aircraft performance, and procedural deficiencies. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to recommended safety practices during simulated engine failure exercises, particularly at low altitudes. The report serves as a critical resource for aviation safety, highlighting lessons learned from the incident to prevent future occurrences.

• The Cessna 441 Conquest II is a twin-engine turboprop aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight of 5,700 kg.
• The accident occurred during a proficiency check flight on May 30, 2017, resulting in the loss of control and crash.
• The aircraft was operating at a low altitude of 400 feet during a simulated engine failure, contrary to recommended practices.
• All three pilots on board were qualified, but the inductee pilot had limited recent experience in the Cessna 441.
• The ATSB recommends conducting engine failure simulations at a minimum altitude of 5,000 feet.