Helicopter & Aeroplane Accident Investigation, Reconstruction & Analysis
Mechanical Forensic Engineers for Aircraft Expert Witness – Australia Wide Service
Gilmore Engineers provides helicopter and aeroplane accident reconstruction and analysis for lawyers, insurers, and loss adjusters across Australia, including Brisbane. Our engineers investigate component failures, mechanical defects, and contributing factors in aircraft incidents, delivering independent expert reports and court testimony.
Last updated: July 2026 | Reviewed by: Matt Gray
Are you looking for a highly experienced forensic engineering firm with mechanical engineering expert witness for helicopter or aeroplane accident reconstruction? Or for analysis of component failures? Gilmore Engineers have the experience you need.
For over 30 years, Gilmore Engineers Pty Ltd has been a leader in the investigation and analysis of aircraft incidents. This includes helicopter and aeroplane accident analysis and reconstruction. We have provided expert evidence for District, Supreme, and Federal courts in Australia.
We give you an expert engineering assessment with a verbal opinion and if required a comprehensive report for the court. With over 1500 Expert Witness Reports provided to the legal profession and loss adjusters over the past 30 years, we have the experience you want to serve your clients best.
Gilmore Engineers is a mechanical engineering consultancy firm with experience in aircraft failure. Contact Us for plane or helicopter accident analysis and reconstruction.
Helicopter Accident Reconstruction, Investigation & Analysis
Our engineers investigate helicopter accidents involving driveline, engine, rotor, and component failures, reconstructing the sequence of events to determine the root cause. We provide helicopter accident analysis and reconstruction for lawyers, insurers, and loss adjusters across Brisbane and Australia-wide.
Aeroplane Accident Reconstruction, Investigation & Analysis
Our engineers investigate aeroplane accidents involving engine failure, mechanical defects, and component issues, providing expert analysis of the factors contributing to an incident. We provide aeroplane accident reconstruction and analysis for lawyers, insurers, and loss adjusters across Brisbane and Australia-wide.
When You Need an Aircraft Accident Expert Witness
| Best for | Not ideal for |
|---|---|
Legal claims involving serious injury, death, or significant property damage from a helicopter or aeroplane accident Cases requiring independent analysis of mechanical or component failure Court cases requiring an independent expert report and testimony | Air traffic control, regulatory, or airspace disputes unrelated to mechanical failure Design review before an incident has occurred — see our mechanical engineering consulting service instead |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do you provide aeroplane accident investigation in Brisbane and Australia?
Yes. Gilmore Engineers is based in Brisbane and provides aeroplane accident investigation, reconstruction and analysis Australia-wide, including cites like Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, the Gold Coast, and Queensland regions.
2. Will the engineer give evidence in Court?
Yes, if required. Our experts present their findings to the Court in person and respond to questions from the judge and barristers for both parties.
3. What does aeroplane accident analysis involve?
Aeroplane accident analysis involves examining physical evidence, maintenance records, and component condition to determine the mechanical factors contributing to an incident, resulting in a written expert report.
4. What does plane accident reconstruction involve?
Plane accident reconstruction uses physical evidence, flight data, and engineering analysis to recreate the sequence of events leading to an incident, helping establish the cause for legal or insurance purposes.
Aircraft Crash Case Studies
Helicopter Bearing Failure
A helicopter crashed after a bearing failure in the main driveline. A non-genuine bearing had replaced the original bearing sometime before the crash. Our engineer was requested to determine the differences between the specified bearing and the one installed, and if these differences contributed to the accident.
Aeroplane Engine Failure and Crash
A pilot issued a Mayday transmission citing loss of oil pressure. Witnesses indicated that prior to the crash the aeroplane engine had been stopping and restarting, backfiring, and running roughly, with significant blue/brown smoke being emitted. Our engineer was requested to provide an expert report on the factors contributing to the incident.
Helicopter Flex plate Failure
A helicopter crashed and caught fire when a flexplate in its driveline failed and pierced the fuel tank. Our engineer was requested to determine how the flex plate failed and why the signs of pending failure were not detected during servicing of the helicopter or pre-flight checks.