Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
17/3/2017	OCC0977	Deniliquin	NSW	Jabiru	J230D	Jabiru	3300	The engine started to run rough approximately 8NM from Deniliquin and subsequently failed on approac...
The engine started to run rough approximately 8NM from Deniliquin and subsequently failed on approach to the airfield. OUTCOME: Initial inspection by L1 maintainer has shown that the engine has lost a valve and seat. Due to aircraft being an LSA the engine has been sent to the manufacturer, along with copies of the log books/ The owner is awaiting to hear from the manufacturer the outcome of the engine tear down inspection.
11/3/2017	OCC0963	Sunshine Coast Airport	QLD	Jabiru	J170	Jabiru	2200B	Having been cleared for take-off on RWY 18 with instructions to make left turn, the pilot commenced ...
Having been cleared for take-off on RWY 18 with instructions to make left turn, the pilot commenced the left turn. During the turn the pilot was distracted with a radio squelch issue, and rather than intercept the southbound track, continued in the left turn whilst trying to sort the radio out. The pilot then realised at the same time that the tower queried, that they were heading in the wrong direction and advised the tower they would continue turning left and set course overhead. The pilot apologised to the controller who then cleared the aircraft and directed it to the first reporting point, and the aircraft departed the Control zone. OUTCOME: Due to the pilot's distraction with the radio, he did not follow the departure instructions of the controller, resulting in a non-standard departure. The pilot self identified the factors and provided analysis of his actions to prevent recurrence.
9/3/2017	OCC0952	Lismore	NSW	Jabiru	230 D	Jabiru	3300A	While turning through 180 degrees to vacate the RWY to let RPT land, a wind gust caused a large radi...
While turning through 180 degrees to vacate the RWY to let RPT land, a wind gust caused a large radius turn causing the aircraft to leave the sealed surface by a metre where it hit a soft patch of ground. This resulted in a nose wheel sink followed by a prop strike. OUTCOME: While attempting to clear the runway for an inbound RPT, the aircraft did not turn as expected due to a strong crosswind and the pilot did not manage the aircraft resulting in running off the runway and a propeller strike.
4/3/2017	OCC0946	Tanunda	SA	Jabiru	J160	Camit Aero	22SLRE	During flight at approximately 4000ft, a drone was spotted slightly right flying towards the aircraf...
During flight at approximately 4000ft, a drone was spotted slightly right flying towards the aircraft missing their starboard side by less than 20m as it passed, the tell-tale green light on the pod underneath could be seen. The pilot and PAX agreed it was a drone. When first spotted the pilot thought it was an eagle, so banked slightly left. Its appearance when passing was of a dark shaded flying wing, with curved end winglets facing down, having the green pod central underneath. The aircraft landed safely with no further incident. OUTCOME: de-identified information forward to CASA office for monitoring of drone activity affecting RAAus aircraft operations. RAAus will continue to monitor reports regarding near misses with drones and RAAus aircraft.
3/3/2017	OCC0953	Minlaton	SA	Jabiru	SP470	Jabiru	2200	The aircraft had been cruising at 3500ft and was returning to a private landing strip after a flight...
The aircraft had been cruising at 3500ft and was returning to a private landing strip after a flight lasting about 0.7 hours. About 3NM out the pilot reduced power to 2500RPM to begin descent in preparation for landing. Within approximately 5 minutes of reducing power the engine made a peculiar noise and immediately began running very roughly, with a vibration and a mechanical scraping noise. The pilot reduced power to idle with no effect on noise or rough running so the engine down shut. The pilot made an uneventful forced landing in a paddock near the private landing strip. OUTCOME: The engine of the aircraft has been fully inspected and was found to have a few issues with the cylinders that were not obvious externally. Due to a combination of shorter cylinders with taller pistons and an early version of head design this has meant that the engine should have only ever been run on Avgas.
28/2/2017	OCC0999	Tunbridge airfield	TAS	Jabiru	J120C	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: New propellor mounting bolts X 4 were purchased from the manu...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: New propellor mounting bolts X 4 were purchased from the manufacturer as part of a full engine rebuild following a prop strike event. These bolts were unusable due to having a significant banana type of bend along their entire length. OUTCOME: This issue has been referred to CASA for ongoing monitoring and action as required.
28/2/2017	OCC0998	Tunbridge airfield	TAS	Jabiru	J120C	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: New propellor hubs as purchased from the manufacturer followi...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: New propellor hubs as purchased from the manufacturer following a prop strike event were found to have scratch damage on one interior machined face. This damage looked to have been attempted to be concealed/ repaired using fine sandpaper. DETERMINED OUTCOME: Referred to CASA airworthiness and engineering branch for ongoing monitoring.
28/2/2017	OCC0997	Tunbridge airfield	TAS	Jabiru	J120C	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A new crankshaft was found to be tight on assembly in the rec...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A new crankshaft was found to be tight on assembly in the recently machined crankcase (i.e. no fretting). Discussion with the manufacturer suggested this was normal with all new components used and explained the only likely cause is from a fretted case or worn bearings. The case has only 10 hours use after manufacturer machining, with no tightness using the original crankshaft. The new crankshaft tightness had similar characteristics to being in a fretted case, but with a pronounced "tighter" portion in part of a 360 degree revolution.
27/2/2017	OCC0959	Wagga Wagga	NSW	Jabiru	230D	Jabiru	3300	After turning a wide base on RWY05 the motor started to "splutter". Each time it looked like stalli...
After turning a wide base on RWY05 the motor started to "splutter". Each time it looked like stalling the pilot would push the throttle in and out and this seemed to work until close to the RWY when it stopped altogether. From there the aircraft landed on RWY05 with the propeller stopped. The aircraft had enough momentum to exit the RWY on taxiway Charlie and then had to be pushed. OUTCOME: Technical Manager reviewed the report and liaised with owner and maintainer. The aircraft was inspected and the carby pulled apart and inspected. Nil defects evident and the carb was re-assembled and tested. Aircraft has been operating since the inspection without further concerns. It would a appear that a small amount of grime may have been the issue.
18/2/2017	OCC0925	Brisbane West Wellcamp	QLD	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200 B	Conducting touch and go's, the aircraft came to a full stop landing. The pilot then applied full pow...
Conducting touch and go's, the aircraft came to a full stop landing. The pilot then applied full power to take off and after 25-40 meters into wind, the Port wing rose suddenly and the aircraft "wheel barrowed" on the front wheel and starboard main wheel, striking propellor and just touching starboard wingtip. The aircraft then righted itself, and came to a stop.OUTCOME: Runway Loss of Control event R-LOC. PIC has undertaken additional training and counseling.
12/2/2017	OCC0914	Atherton Airport	QLD	JABIRU	J230	Jabiru	3300	After completing pre-flight checks the pilot taxied to the runway threshold and lined up for take-of...
After completing pre-flight checks the pilot taxied to the runway threshold and lined up for take-off. After giving a rolling call, full power was applied and initial speed pick up was good but as the aircraft went up the hill it didn't pick up in the long wet grass. On the flat it slowly picked up speed in the long wet grass however the pilot felt there was not enough runway left so, closed the throttle and applied the brakes. The brakes locked and skidded so the pilot released them and reapplied several times, not as hard, then started to make a right turn but was still too fast. The pilot was concerned that the left wing would contact the ground so decreased the turn. Then the aircraft slid into a fence hitting a post which caused a prop strike, then bounced back and the tail made contact with a post at the back. OUTCOME: Pilots are reminded to consider appropriate Take off rejection points as part of their Pre Take-off safety brief with particular consideration to variations in slope of runway and surface conditions.
26/1/2017	OCC0908	Orbost Airport	VIC	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200	Shortly after landing in a cross wind, the aircraft suddenly veered left while still traveling appro...
Shortly after landing in a cross wind, the aircraft suddenly veered left while still traveling approximately 50kt. This sharp turn resulted in the aircraft rolling to starboard and running off LH side of strip onto shoulder. As the pilot corrected and turned right, the prop struck the tarmac, due to being lower to ground, and as a result of aircraft rolling onto two wheels. OUTCOME: While landing at a tarmac airport, the pilot, who had previously been trained at a grass aerodrome, may not have corrected for the crosswind, and straightened the nose wheel prior to touching down. The pilot is completing further revision of cross wind technique and landing at hard surfaced runways. Pilots are reminded of the RAAus Runway - Loss of Control videos for further education about these issues https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vg_Ix4UPJ3c
25/1/2017	OCC0899	Wynyard	TAS	Jabiru	LSA 55	Jabiru	2200A	Soon after touchdown the pilot heard a light cracking sound and the right wing dropped slightly. The...
Soon after touchdown the pilot heard a light cracking sound and the right wing dropped slightly. The pilot assumed that there was a problem with the undercarriage and immediately put the stick hard to the left and eased in right rudder to take the weight of the right wheel. Turning of the RWY onto the grass the aircraft completely stopped just before the wing touched lightly onto the grass as the broken undercarriage bracket let the undercarriage leg twist forward. Outcome: The Technical Manager has discussed the issue with the owner. This issue has subsequently been referred to CASA as the aircraft is type certified.
21/1/2017	OCC0889	Devonport	TAS	Jabiru	LSA55/2K	Jabiru	2200	The aircraft bounced hard on landing in a crosswind, resulting in a collapsed nose wheel mounting. ...
The aircraft bounced hard on landing in a crosswind, resulting in a collapsed nose wheel mounting. OUTCOME: Runway Loss of Control accident by student pilot on second series of supervised solo circuits. Pilot handling skills, combined with changing crosswind conditions, were significant contributing factors in this accident.
12/1/2017	OCC0877	Naracoorte	SA	Jabiru	SK	Jabiru	2.2	An aircraft landed on the closed RWY. The RWY was marked with closure markers (white crosses) as def...
An aircraft landed on the closed RWY. The RWY was marked with closure markers (white crosses) as defined by the Method of Work Practices (MOWP) and a NOTAM had been issued. OUTCOME: The pilot was aware of the requirement to obtain NOTAMs, however did not for this flight. He was also aware of the significance of the white crosses, however he did not observe these until late final. He did not conduct a go-around as he felt there was no conflict with the machinery. Pilot was counselled on the importance of obtaining and preplanning flights. He will ensure NOTAMs are obtained prior to future flights.