One down at Mareeba

[Desert Flower]

Originally Posted by tail wheel

ABC: Pilot William Scott-Bloxam killed in Mareeba crash remembered as a 'colourful character'.

I found this bit interesting:

"Police said they would investigate reports from witnesses who heard a strange sound from the engine, described by one person as "backfiring".

Having heard a few simulated EFATO's myself that is exactly what people on the ground will hear. It's usually a double bang, & it does sounds like backfiring. But as for hearing a strange noise after the flight, I have no explanation.

DF.