Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
13/5/2018	OCC1407	Sunshine CoastTower	QLD	Jabiru	J 230	Jabiru	3300	The pilot requested a transit clearance through Sunshine Tower to transit D airspace as a result of ...
The pilot requested a transit clearance through Sunshine Tower to transit D airspace as a result of adverse weather. The pilot misread the VTC and commenced descent to YCDR at the 40 DME Brisbane boundary instead of the 8 DME Sunshine Coast boundary, therefore the descent commenced approx. 2DME prior to the 8 DME Sunshine Coast boundary. DETERMINED OUTCOME: Pilots are reminded that if they are not appropriately qualified to access controlled airspace, if an in-flight emergency is experienced or they encounter weather which is not forecast, they should declare an emergency with ATC on area frequency using the phrase PAN, PAN or MAYDAY as appropriate. Assistance will be provided which may result in them being granted access to CTA.
4/5/2018	OCC1386	3nm W of Bundaberg Airport	QLD	Jabiru	SP500	Jabiru	6 cylinder	The aircraft made a precautionary landing in a paddock after experiencing abnormal engine indication...
The aircraft made a precautionary landing in a paddock after experiencing abnormal engine indications. After touching down in the paddock the nose wheel dug into a sandy culvert and the front of the plane dug down into the soft ground where it slid along for about 15 metres before eventually flipping over onto the roof. Subsequent investigation revealed this amateur built aircraft had used parts from Cam-It making it non-compliant to Jabiru requirements. Fuel exhaustion was considered a possible factor.
29/4/2018	OCC1414	Goolwa Airport	SA	Jabiru	UL	Jabiru	2200UL	Whilst conducting circuits the pilot noted the oil pressure gauge was sitting close to zero and deci...
Whilst conducting circuits the pilot noted the oil pressure gauge was sitting close to zero and decided land to ascertain the cause. During landing the aircraft bounced twice, on the second bounce the front end collapsed resulting the prop to strike the ground. The pilot will complete a flight review once the aircraft repairs are complete
26/4/2018	OCC1478	Gawler Airfield	SA	Jabiru	J170D	Jabiru	2200B	The aircraft was destroyed in a hangar fire and another aircraft that was parked next to this aircra...
The aircraft was destroyed in a hangar fire and another aircraft that was parked next to this aircraft was heat damaged and written off. There was also smoke damage to the hangar. Investigation showed fire started in the engine bay. It is suspected that the voltage regulator failed. All Jabiru aircraft owned by the Club have now been fitted with solenoids, to isolate the battery from the electrical system.
17/4/2018	OCC1367	Chinchilla	QLD	Jabiru	J-230 C	Jabiru	3300	Landing on a grass runway, the hydraulic line to the aircraft brakes was severed, resulting in "no b...
Landing on a grass runway, the hydraulic line to the aircraft brakes was severed, resulting in "no brakes". The aircraft rolled through the end of the runway, across the adjacent bitumen runway and through an earth gutter on the other side of the bitumen. In crossing the gutter, the low fibreglass fairing around the front wheel split. Determined outcome: Possible cause was a small stick or stone being thrown up on landing and impacting the hydraulic line.
10/4/2018	OCC1371	Wollongong	NSW	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200B	A loud clattering noise in headset during radio call on final approach. The engine was discovered to...
A loud clattering noise in headset during radio call on final approach. The engine was discovered to be making the noise. The pilot carried out successful landing with engine idling and as the aircraft rolled across the RWY intersection to a TXY the propeller suddenly stopped in the 11 o'clock position. The crew disembarked and found the engine seized solid so pulled aircraft down TXY to the hangar for examination. Later investigation revealed the circlip holding the gudgeon pin was no longer in place.
7/4/2018	OCC1361	Ballarat	VIC	Jabiru	J230D	Jabiru	3300A	A Nav training flight was being conducted between Bendigo, Maryborough, Ballarat and back to Bendigo...
A Nav training flight was being conducted between Bendigo, Maryborough, Ballarat and back to Bendigo. The aircraft was running well with no issues evident. Ballarat was a full stop landing to have a short break. On restarting the engine an unusual noise was evident and the decision was made not to continue.Further investigation revealed a number of the flywheel bolts had broken.
7/4/2018	OCC1358	Lilydale Airport	VIC	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200	A student was conducting their second solo in a Jabiru, a Tiger moth cut in front of them when they ...
A student was conducting their second solo in a Jabiru, a Tiger moth cut in front of them when they were on base. The student thought that there was enough room to allow the Tiger moth to land and get off the RWY, but misjudged. This resulted in the student landing the tiger moth was still on the RWY. The student also miscalculated the distance between the two aircraft and couldn't stop in time, requiring them to veer off the RWY to get around the Tiger month. There was no damage to either aircraft. Determined Outcome: The CFI has debriefed the student involved and RAAus is satisfied that no further action is required. This report has been forwarded to CASA Sport.
30/3/2018	OCC1378	Narrandera Airport	NSW	Jabiru	J230	Jabiru	3300A	An aircraft was conducting circuits and noted another aircraft taxiing onto the active runway, howev...
An aircraft was conducting circuits and noted another aircraft taxiing onto the active runway, however did not hear any calls. The aircraft conducted appropriate avoidance actions and as a result, no conflict occurred. Pilots are reminded of the requirement to check the radio is on the correct frequency and receiving prior to flight. To each pilot: Pilots are reminded of the requirement to ensure the aircraft radio is transmitting on the correct frequency and confirm the radio is receiving as part of the first flight checks. Vigilance in the circuit using "see and avoid" and appropriate avoidance actions resulted in no serious conflict. "see and avoid" can be augmented to "alerted see and avoid" if radios are set to the correct frequency, checked for receiving quality and all appropriate calls are made.
30/3/2018	OCC1383	Narrandera Airport	NSW	Jabiru	J160-D	Jabiru	2200B	An aircraft was conducting circuits and noted another aircraft taxiing onto the active runway, howev...
An aircraft was conducting circuits and noted another aircraft taxiing onto the active runway, however did not hear any calls. The aircraft conducted appropriate avoidance actions and as a result, no conflict occurred. Pilots are reminded of the requirement to check the radio is on the correct frequency and receiving prior to flight. To each pilot: Pilots are reminded of the requirement to ensure the aircraft radio is transmitting on the correct frequency and confirm the radio is receiving as part of the first flight checks. Vigilance in the circuit using "see and avoid" and appropriate avoidance actions resulted in no serious conflict. "see and avoid" can be augmented to "alerted see and avoid" if radios are set to the correct frequency, checked for receiving quality and all appropriate calls are made.
23/3/2018	OCC1343	Latrobe Valley	VIC	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	J2200B	After flying from West Sale to Latrobe Valley, the pilot of a Jabiru made a 10nm inbound call, and n...
After flying from West Sale to Latrobe Valley, the pilot of a Jabiru made a 10nm inbound call, and noted that there was at least one other aircraft in the YLTV CCT conducting circuit training. The other pilot was extremely hard to understand on the radio. The Jabiru broadcast their position more frequently than normal due to the perceived language barrier (at 5nm and 3 nm to YLTV). After the 3nm call, the Jabiru pilot heard a call that someone was on final for RWY 03 (the active RWY) and assuming it to the aircraft they heard previously, made a mental note of their position and broadcast as such. The Jabiru pilot then proceeded to turn downwind, once again making a call. As they turned from downwind to base, an aircraft (with the same accent) reported that they were turning downwind. The Jabiru pilot assumed it to be this same aircraft having done their touch and go and now conducting another circuit. The Jabiru then turned base, configured the craft for landing and then commenced to turn onto final after a lookout and broadcasting their intentions, when the pilot noticed a Cessna directly under them, no more than 100ft below presumably also on final. The Jabiru then powered up and conducted a left orbit on the base arresting their descent. The Jabiru made a call stating that they were conducting a left orbit to avoid the Cessna, however there was no response from any aircraft in the circuit. The Jabiru then proceeded to land. Referred to CASA Sport due to the other aircraft being VH registered.
18/3/2018	OCC1345	Coffs harbour Airport	NSW	Jabiru	J170	Jabiru	2200	While conducting flight training of stalls upon returning to CFS airport requested to join overhead ...
While conducting flight training of stalls upon returning to CFS airport requested to join overhead at 2000 to conduct a glide approach RWY 03. The instructor was training on simulated engine failure while descending from 2000 AGL upon late downwind they commented to the student not to leave the turn go too late as the headwind was approx. 15kts. After turning base at approx. 600ft at the threshold of 03 it soon became evident that they would not make the airfield, the instructor applied power and the engine did not produce power and vibrated (suspect carb icing). The instructor elected to take over at 400ft and landed the aircraft beside the railway line as they would not be able to glide to the RWY. The landing gear was destroyed and the wing hit a small tree which damaged the leading edge. Outcome: This occurred as a result of poor planning and inadequate crew resource management by the instructor as provides a good example to pilots to consider. RAAus operations has investigated the matter and provided remediation as neccessary.
12/3/2018	OCC1324	Gawler Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	SK	Jabiru	2200A	The engine started to run rough and vibrate and lose power immediately upon turning final for the ru...
The engine started to run rough and vibrate and lose power immediately upon turning final for the runway. The pilot raised the flaps to make the runway and performed an uneventful landing. Determined outcome: The tapered plug that covers up the access hole for the bottom cylinder head bolt on cylinder number three came out and worked it's way between the rocker arm and rocker cover, jamming the valve open, which caused the push rod to jump out of it's socket.
10/3/2018	OCC1331	Long Reef	NSW	Jabiru	J120C	Jabiru	2200 B	Although the pilot downloaded and read the NOTAMs for this flight, they overlooked the activation o...
Although the pilot downloaded and read the NOTAMs for this flight, they overlooked the activation of procedures for AIP (SUP) H16/18. As a result, they were unaware of the need to lodge flight details for ADFIZ Delta and the activation of a Temporary Restricted Area which effectively closed the lane Victor 1. The pilot did not lodge a notification of flight prior to entering the ADFIZ Delta and inadvertently entered a Temporary Restricted Area at Long Reef while tracking to Victor 1. OUTCOME: RAAus have investigated this occurrence and provided remedial action where necessary. RAAus continues to engage with ASA on trying to find ways to make NOTAM briefing easier.
3/3/2018	OCC1312	25NM from Bindoon	WA	Jabiru	J170C	Jabiru	2200B	The aircraft suffered power loss in flight. The pilot declared an emergency and made a Mayday call. ...
The aircraft suffered power loss in flight. The pilot declared an emergency and made a Mayday call. An uneventful emergency landing was conducted into an open field approx. 6nm west of Bindoon. OUTCOME: Referred to CASA Airworthiness