Vickers Viastra
Historical safety data and incident record for the Vickers Viastra aircraft.
Safety Rating
10/10Total Incidents
1
Total Fatalities
0
Incident History
West Australian Airways
Perth Western Australia
Shortly after takeoff, while climbing, a propeller blade on the left engine detached and impacted the fuselage, damaging control cables and hitting a passenger. The pilot reduced his altitude and attempted an emergency landing in Redcliffe, near the airport. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair and all 12 occupants evacuated safely.
Safety Profile
Reliability
Reliable
This rating is based on historical incident data and may not reflect current operational safety.
Primary Operators (by incidents)
West Australian Airways1