Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
22/3/2023	OCC3212	Gawler Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting circuit training on runway 05 at Gawler, th...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting circuit training on runway 05 at Gawler, the aircraft breached the western boundary of Edinburgh airspace for about 35 seconds and intruded by about 300 meters. The instructor completed a be-brief with the CFI in relation to the incident and was reminded to use ground based references to ensure that future breaches are avoided.
20/3/2023	OCC3207	South Grafton Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J170-D	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During dual circuit training, down-wind calls were given. On...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During dual circuit training, down-wind calls were given. On final a blue mower was operating a westerly direction, having entered the runway area since they took off. It was mowing directly adjacent to the bitumen. Due to the location of the mower, a go-around was initiated. The same occurred on the next circuit. Later when they returned, the mower had situated its self outside the gable-markers and the aircraft landed without further incident.
16/3/2023	OCC3203	Murray bridge	SA	Jabiru	J160-c	Jabiru	2.2B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Partial engine failure during climb from 2000ft to 3000ft, r...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Partial engine failure during climb from 2000ft to 3000ft, rough running with vibration at reduced power. Aircraft was successfully landed back at departure aerodrome. The engine was removed from the aircraft and returned to Jabiru for repair. Inspection revealed that the cause of the partial power loss was as a result of a broken valve spring. Engine has since been repaired and returned to service.
15/3/2023	OCC3200	Gawler Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	J-170	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During circuit training, the instructor allowed the student t...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During circuit training, the instructor allowed the student to extend the downwind leg to show what happens when they get distracted or absorbed in their downwind checks, without realizing themselves that they had flown into restricted airspace. Instructor reminded to use ground based reference markers to ensure that the aircraft does not enter restricted airspace. Instructor was de-briefed by CFI in relation to incident.
4/3/2023	OCC3174	Rollo's Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	J160-C	Camit	33SLRE	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot of a gyrocopter backtracked from mid-field of a run...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot of a gyrocopter backtracked from mid-field of a runway whilst another aircraft was waiting at the hold. The aircraft waiting at the hold believed that they were first for departure and as such, entered and taxied around the gyrocopter. The aircraft then decided to take off in front of the gyrocopter. This occurrence was reviewed with both pilots. The pilot of the aircraft has been educated on legal rights of aircraft on runway whilst the member of gyrocopter has been educated in relation to courtesy of conduct when operating with other aircraft at the hold.
26/2/2023	OCC3158	Chinchilla Aerodrome	QLD	Jabiru	J160-D	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After take-off the aircraft suffered a loss of power around a...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After take-off the aircraft suffered a loss of power around at 300 feet. The aircraft struck a tree and Rabbit fence just off the airfield.
6/2/2023	OCC3141	South Grafton Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J160-D	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting dual training circuits an inbound call was ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting dual training circuits an inbound call was heard from an aircraft from the north estimating circuit time "20”. The instructor looked at their watch and noted that it was already "22". Shortly after the student called downwind and heard the inbound aircraft making an overhead call with intention to join downwind. The instructor radioed they were late downwind and will be "number one", they recall a response indicating that the other aircraft would be number 2. Following a touch and go, the joining aircraft was identified to the right of them and slightly higher on approach for a landing on the opposite runway. The aircraft landed and cleared all runways. Pilots are reminded of the importance of maintaining regular radio communications and conducting a thorough look-out, particularly in the vicinity of an airfield. The joining aircraft reported that a possible radio issue may have contributed to this occurrence. The pilot of the joining aircraft identified that the time on his watch was not accurate this was updated to prevent inaccurate time reporting.
1/2/2023	OCC3132	Latrobe Valley Aerodrome	VIC	Jabiru	J160-C	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was returning to the airport from a cross countr...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was returning to the airport from a cross country flight of approximately 1 hr duration. Prior to departure the pilot did one circuit and a safe touch and go. On return to the airport from the south, the pilot listened to the AWIS which reported wind as 13 kts from 260 deg. No other traffic was identified and the pilot elected to join base for runway 27. During landing whilst starting to flare, the aircraft suddenly veered to the left. The pilot attempted to correct the drift in order to regain tracking along the runway. The aircraft then banked to the right and the right main wheel contacted the ground and the aircraft pivoted forward. The prop struck the grass and the aircraft stopped quite suddenly in a nose-down position. Review of this occurrence identified that the pilot experienced a loss of control on landing. The pilot is to complete further dual instructional flight before flying solo. Pilots are reminded of the importance of conducting a go-around in the event of an unstable approach in order to prevent the likelihood of a loss of control during landing. More information, including a 3-part video series on loss of control is available on the RAAus website.
26/1/2023	OCC3131	Templers	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Airspace Incursion.
26/1/2023	OCC3142	South Grafton Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J170-D	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On approaching the circuit at South Grafton, a Jabiru was do...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On approaching the circuit at South Grafton, a Jabiru was downwind turning base on runway 26. A second Jabiru was planning to make a direct approach and 3 mile final on 26 but called they would remain outside circuit and orbit to avoid conflict with the aircraft in the circuit. A Sierra called a 3 mile final on 26 making a direct approach from the north east. They entered late final cutting off the Jabiru. The pilot made a radio call indicating to the pilot of the Sierra that they had cut them off just prior to turning final and they conducted a go around. RAAus conducted interviews and determined possible radio readability and serviceability issues may have played a part in this incident. RAAus suggested the airport re-form a safety committee and have involved representatives from stakeholders at the airport to resolve future issues of this type.
25/1/2023	OCC3130	Mannum	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Airspace Incursion.
22/1/2023	OCC3118	Gawler	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Airspace Infringement.
21/1/2023	OCC3126	Gawler	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Airspace Incursion.
21/1/2023	OCC3105	RAAF Base Edinburgh airspace	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The flight was a dual training flight with a returning pilot ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The flight was a dual training flight with a returning pilot who had not been active for 2 years. The aircraft departed and planned to maintain 2000 feet during flight. Whilst monitoring the student pilot during the return to the airfield in very turbulent conditions, the aircraft climbed to 2500/2600 and inadvertently entered Class C airspace. The instructor debriefed the student on the importance on maintaining altitude when transiting near or below class C airspace. The instructor was de-briefed by RAAus in relation to the incident and was able to generate a strategy to ensure future breaches of class C are avoided in the future. All pilots are reminded of the importance of conducting thorough pre-flight briefing and monitoring position and altitude during flight, particularly in complicated airspace, in order to avoid an airspace infringement.
18/1/2023	OCC3107	Latrobe Regional Aerodrome	VIC	Jabiru	J230-D	Jabiru	3300A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Prior to run ups, the pilot of a Jabiru had given a taxi cal...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Prior to run ups, the pilot of a Jabiru had given a taxi call advising they were taxiing to runway 21. After runups in the run up bay, the aircraft taxied to the 21 holding point and held there whilst the pilot made a radio call with intentions to enter and line up on runway 21 and it included that the departure was to be to the south west climbing to 2500. Prior to entering they held for a Europa that was on short final touch and go. After it had passed the Jabiru they once again did a visual check, entered the runway and proceeded to do a turn to the east and conducted a 360 degree turn to visually check base and final prior to lining up on runway 21. The area was clear, and they were not in receipt of any radio calls. The pilot then commenced a take off roll applying full power and a few seconds later an aircraft landed over the top of them on the same runway. This aircraft registration was later confirmed as a VH registered aircraft used for parachute jumps. The Jabiru pilot immediately cut power and applied full braking and requested that the aircraft transmit their call sign. The VH registered aircraft then vacated the runway. The pilot of the VH registered aircraft advised that they had not seen the Jabiru and admitted they had their aircraft nose high on the approach and that they were very sorry. They advised that they saw the Europa do a touch and go. They didn't admit to hearing the Jabiru's radio calls and they had not made any calls in the circuit to their knowledge. This occurrence was forwarded to CASA for review.