There's been little mentioned up to this point of the conduct of the CP. Sounds like the CASA is only now trying to shut the gate after the horse has well and truly bolted.
In accidents such as these, it intrigues me as to the number of enablers: those who had influence as individuals to possibly have prevented the accident, but chose instead to tolerate, and thus endorse, the activities.
that CASA formally disciplined Hempel months before the crash and told him he was dishonest, dangerous, reckless and "an unacceptable risk to recividism that threatens aviation safety". But CASA said he could still fly and instruct others.
If these indeed are the actual words used by the CASA, then the immediate question is why was he still allowed to fly even as a PPL if he was "dangerous, reckless," etc.
At this early stage, it appears the investigative team has a target rich environment.
I will follow the outcome of this investigation with a great deal of interest.