Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
30/12/2016	OCC0867	Moorook	SA	Jabiru	SK4	Jabiru	2200J	Initial report stated that the aircraft experienced a rough running engine when coming into land in ...
Initial report stated that the aircraft experienced a rough running engine when coming into land in a field, where the aircraft struck power lines. Aircraft has been destroyed and the pilot and passenger had minor injuries. OUTCOME: RAAus Operations had discussions with PIC regarding possible casual factors which led to this incident. PIC admit that the aircraft did not experience engine difficulties and that they were actually flying low causing the aircraft to strike power lines. Operations has proposed for the PIC to complete a Low Level (LL) training (not for issues of LL endorsement, for educational purposes) with an appropriately endorsed CFI prior to any further flight.
23/12/2016	OCC0940	The Oaks	NSW	Jabiru	J230 D	Jabiru		The engine started to run rough approximately 12NM from the airfield. The pilot returned to the airf...
The engine started to run rough approximately 12NM from the airfield. The pilot returned to the airfield, when on late finals the engine cut out. The aircraft landed successfully with no damage or injury. OUTCOME: RAAus Technical Manager spoke with the pilot/ owner who stated that the engine issues appeared to be due to the exhaust value breaking which caused a catastrophic internal failure of the engine. The pilot/ owner has been working closely with the manufacturer who have provided a brand new engine with roller rockers and a redesigned cam profile which will remove some of the cam pressure on the value train.
23/12/2016	OCC0874	Lethbridge Airport	VIC	Jabiru	SP500	Jabiru	2200	The aircraft was taxied along the grass taxiway running parallel to RWY10, upon reaching a position ...
The aircraft was taxied along the grass taxiway running parallel to RWY10, upon reaching a position adjacent to the "Piano Keys" the aircraft was turned at 90 degrees to the runway direction to enter the runway just short of the threshold gable markers. Unseen by the pilot was an unmarked drain/culvert which also ran parallel to the runway and was hidden from sight by the grass. As the aircraft began to cross the drain, the propeller tips encountered the earth on the far side if the depression delaminating them for a length of approximately 70mm. The aircraft was withdrawn from service until a replacement propeller was fitted and the Jabiru post prop strike procedure was completed. OUTCOME: While taxiing, the pilot was not aware of a depression in the ground in the grass, resulting in a propeller strike. All required actions after propeller strike now conducted.
15/12/2016	OCC0850	Bundaberg Airport	QLD	Jabiru	J120	Jabiru	2200	The aircraft landing was uneventful, however the right hand tyre deflated during the rollout. The ai...
The aircraft landing was uneventful, however the right hand tyre deflated during the rollout. The aircraft was pushed clear of the main RWY. The tyre and tube were replaced and the aircraft taxied back to the hanger. OUTCOME: On inspection of the tyre a 8 mm long piece of wire was found and removed (which caused the tyre to deflate). The tyre and tube have been replaced and aircraft operatable.
1/12/2016	OCC0843	Kingston-on-Murray	SA	Jabiru	LSA55/3J	Jabiru	2200J	On take-off, just after rotation, the aircraft impacted with a bird. The contact was with the propel...
On take-off, just after rotation, the aircraft impacted with a bird. The contact was with the propeller which separated. The aircraft was lowered back to the RWY resulting in the aircraft running off the end and impacting with a tree. OUTCOME: First report of bird strike in this area. The pilot was flying near dusk, a known time for increased risk of bird or animal strike. No further action required.
18/11/2016	OCC0829	Portland Airport	VIC	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200	The pilot had conducted three circuits. On the final leg of the circuit approach from base at 700 f...
The pilot had conducted three circuits. On the final leg of the circuit approach from base at 700 ft maintaining at 60 to 65 kt. The aircraft ballooned after contact with the ground and struck hard on second contact. The heavy landing broke the front wheel spat, a part of which fell off aircraft onto the RWY. The pilot detected that the spat was damaged on return to hangar and contacted airport groundsman of the potential hazard on the RWY. OUTCOME: Report has been reviewed by RAAus Operations. The pilot stated that they reduced power too fast in the flare and did not apply or maintain sufficient power during ballooning period maintain flight.
16/11/2016	OCC0825	Orange Airport	NSW	Jabiru	J160	Jabiru	2200B	During early circuit training, a student on their first landing after a couple of weeks break lost d...
During early circuit training, a student on their first landing after a couple of weeks break lost directional control on landing roll due to the crosswind and rolled to runway edge striking a runway light. OUTCOME: RAAus Operations have reviewed this report. The loss of directional control was due to the inexperience of the student pilot in crosswinds. The student is continuing training with CFI.
14/11/2016	OCC0826	Lismore	NSW	Jabiru	J230-D	Jabiru	3300A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: The aircraft transceiver has started to randomly flip...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: The aircraft transceiver has started to randomly flip-flop the standby frequency with the active frequency for no apparent reason. This has occurred once or twice at any stage of flight. OUTCOME: Member has contacted the manufacturer directly due to this aircraft being a LSA. RAAus have this as the first recorded defect on this aircraft type and will liaise with the manufacturer if more reports of this nature are received.
12/11/2016	OCC0820	2km South of Miling	WA	Jabiru	J170D	Jabiru	2200	A mechanical failure of the engine occurred during a cross country training flight, resulting in an ...
A mechanical failure of the engine occurred during a cross country training flight, resulting in an emergency landing in an outfield. The engine presented no signs of any issues and all temps and pressures were well within operating standards at the time of the engine failure. OUTCOME: Engine appears to have No. 4 piston collapse with conrod or big end impacting crankcase internals. Engine will be sent to manufacturer (LSA) to conduct a strip down and the surviving pistons will be crack checked by Aerospace NDI company. LSA aircraft which comes under ATSM standard with CASA.
9/11/2016	OCC0812	Orange Airport	NSW	Jabiru	160C	Jabiru	2200B	Aircraft experiences a bird strike on landing with no damage to aircraft reported. OUTCOME: This i...
Aircraft experiences a bird strike on landing with no damage to aircraft reported. OUTCOME: This is the first report regarding a bird strike in this area. RAAus will continue to monitor any bird strikes reports for this area and ensure information in the ERSA for the local area advises appropriate information.
9/11/2016	OCC0817	Echuca Airport	VIC	Jabiru	J160c	Jabiru	2200B	Conducting circuits on a sealed RWY. As the main gear came into contact with the RWY there was a jol...
Conducting circuits on a sealed RWY. As the main gear came into contact with the RWY there was a jolt felt through the rudder pedals. The aircraft was more than halfway down the RWY and the pilot pushed the throttle to full power and initiated a go around. After the aircraft lifted off the RWY the pilot realized there was no rudder control at all. The pilot then flew a low level circuit and landed the aircraft safely without further incident. OUTCOME: On inspection it was found that the rudder cable had broken on the rearmost thread (which is used to adjust cable length) where the cable is attached to the rudder pedals. The Jabiru Service Bulletin and inspection had been carried out by L2 about 3 weeks prior to the incident with no defects evident at the time. Due to this aircraft being an LSA and coming under the ASTM standards, de-identified information has been forwarded to CASA for follow up with the required manufacturer.
7/11/2016	OCC0811	Cobbity	NSW	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200B	A precautionary landing was conducted after the pilot noted engine vibration in normal flight. OUTC...
A precautionary landing was conducted after the pilot noted engine vibration in normal flight. OUTCOME: Aircraft has been inspected and a section of the propeller spinner back plate become dislodged during flight which caused the vibration.
6/11/2016	OCC0900	Buckland	TAS	Jabiru	J120C	Jabiru	2200	On approach to a one way private airfield, an unexpected tailwind was encountered. The pilot was add...
On approach to a one way private airfield, an unexpected tailwind was encountered. The pilot was additionally forced to hold off the touch-down due to noticing unexpected loose stones on the approach end of the paddock. The plane was landed normally on the remainder of the paddock however the grassed surface had a pronounced undulation which greatly reduced the braking effectiveness. The plane was almost brought to a stop however made contact with some bushes at the far end, resulting in one propeller blade being broken. OUTCOME: On approach to a one way private airfield, an unexpected tailwind was encountered, and in an effort to avoid loose stones an extended float occurred. The aircraft landed normally on the remainder of the paddock, but the grassed surface had a pronounced undulation which greatly reduced the braking effectiveness. The aircraft was almost stopped when it made contact with bushes at the far end, resulting in one propeller blade being broken. Appropriate engine teardown and required maintenance was subsequently conducted.
4/11/2016	OCC0813	Narrogin Airfield	WA	Jabiru	J170	Jabiru	2200	Tow plane attempted to land and was prevented by an aircraft occupying the runway. OUTCOME: RAAus O...
Tow plane attempted to land and was prevented by an aircraft occupying the runway. OUTCOME: RAAus Operations contacted the pilot of the aircraft and recommended a ground and flight review to provide assurance of understanding of operations with gliders.
28/10/2016	OCC0793	Forest Hill	NSW	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200	CFI was conducting post maintenance check flight. Fuel load for the flight was 25L. Fuel had not bee...
CFI was conducting post maintenance check flight. Fuel load for the flight was 25L. Fuel had not been added since the previous flight. Pre-take off engine run-ups were conducted. After take off, the engine power rapidly reduced below that required to maintain straight and level flight. A turn back to the departure RWY was not safely practicable so the pilot elected to land in a paddock. The engine continued to run smoothly at low power until the aircraft was on the ground. The power loss occurred after, but not co-incident with, a cruise-climb power setting being selected. The aircraft landed successfully. OUTCOME: A full inspection was conducted and no clear cause for the rough running of the engine was identified. The incident flight was a post-maintenance test however inspection showed no clear causal factor. Carb icing was also considered a possibility due to the conditions at the time of the incident being in the second highest band IE on the icing probability chart (moderate icing at cruise power) however there was no roughness or kicking in the engine to signal to the pilot the need for heat (there was simply a rapid power-down). The aircraft has been fully inspected and back in normal service.