Regarding Investigation Number AO-2024-001: All Non-Restricted Information Including Incident Reports, Statements, Notices, Fines, Penalty Notices, Maintenance Logs Of Aircraft, Photographs And…

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This FOI release contains aviation incident investigation materials from ATSB regarding a Cessna 208B aircraft (VH-NWJ) operated by Townsville Airlines that experienced an engine failure and crashed at Lizard Island, Queensland on 1 July 2024. The aircraft flipped at the runway end after the pilot declared a pan-pan emergency and attempted an emergency landing with no engine power control. Nine people were on board with two injuries reported; no fatalities occurred. The aircraft came to rest approximately 300 metres southeast of the runway in bushland. Documents released include aviation notifications, incident summaries, and operational communications. The investigation materials cover the period from 8 January to 10 July 2024. The incident was classified as an operational terrain collision accident with substantial aircraft damage. Communication challenges during the emergency response were noted due to limited mobile coverage at the remote location, requiring relay through resort facilities.