Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
1/5/2018	OCC1381	5NM NE of Lancefield	VIC	Aeroprakt	A32 Vixxen	Rotax	912 ULS	The pilot inadvertently entered controlled airspace without clearance. OUTCOME: Ops discussed this ...
The pilot inadvertently entered controlled airspace without clearance. OUTCOME: Ops discussed this with the D/CFI who is monitoring the Instructor and will debrief further in regards to monitoring of MEL CTR when possible. Corrective treatment actions are being effectively managed by deputy CFI
29/4/2018	OCC1380	Tocumwal Aerodrome	NSW	Ibis	GS 700	Rotax	912	Taxiing to parking area and wheels struck a low kerb. Outcome: No action required by RAAus. Repor...
Taxiing to parking area and wheels struck a low kerb. Outcome: No action required by RAAus. Report stored for data analysis and statistical reporting.
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
27/4/2018	OCC1379	4 NM SW of Beaudesert	QLD	Quicksilver	Gt 500	Rotax	582 UL	The aircraft departed YKBN bound for YCAB and climbed to 3000ft. Approximately five minutes into the...
The aircraft departed YKBN bound for YCAB and climbed to 3000ft. Approximately five minutes into the flight the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of engine power. The pilot made a mayday call and landed safely in a grass paddock.
27/4/2018	OCC1377	Bathurst Airport	NSW	BRM Aero	Bristell	Rotax	912 ULS	A Bristell was conducting a TIF and upon completion joined CCT for RWY17. The Bristell announced its...
A Bristell was conducting a TIF and upon completion joined CCT for RWY17. The Bristell announced its intentions for a full stop landing calling inbound, downwind, base and final. On final approach the PIC noticed a Rans RV on short final for RWY35 (reciprocal heading). The Bristell initiated a go around moving to the dead side of RWY17 to avoid a head on collision. The pilot of the Bristell attempted to contact the Rans RV with no response. After both aircraft had landed safely with no further incident the pilot of the Bristell spoke to the other pilot and found that they were not monitoring or transmitting on the correct CTAF frequency. Outcome: Referred to CASA Sport.
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.
26/4/2018	OCC1382	Jandakot Airport	WA	Evektor	Harmony	Rotax	912 ULS	Radio failure whilst conducting circuit training. The pilot completed one touch and go without clear...
Radio failure whilst conducting circuit training. The pilot completed one touch and go without clearance from YPJT tower before establishing radio communication had failed. Later communication with YPJT tower was regained and the pilot was able to continue conducting circuits.
23/4/2018	OCC1400	Canberra Airport	ACT	Tecnam	P92	Rotax	912UL	Runway incursion: The aircraft inadvertently entered RWY 30. The aircraft was instructed to make a r...
Runway incursion: The aircraft inadvertently entered RWY 30. The aircraft was instructed to make a right turn and vacate the RWY at TWY H. OUTCOME: The pilot has self-analysed this occurrence and determined to undertake further training and familiarisation with AD prior to further command flight.
22/4/2018	OCC1388	Cobden Airstrip	VIC	Aero Sport	Aeropup	Rotax	912 A	Coming into land on flare the aircraft touched down, then lifted again dropping the right wing. The ...
Coming into land on flare the aircraft touched down, then lifted again dropping the right wing. The aircraft then swerved to right resulting in a ground loop and damaging right hand undercarriage which tipped the nose down and prop struck the ground. Outcome: During the landing phase of flight, the pilot had mistakenly selected full back trim, causing the aircraft to become airborne again after flaring. At the reduced speeds of landing, there was insufficient airspeed and airflow to enable the pilot to manage the aircraft. A group loop and resultant damage to the undercarriage occurred. Pilots are reminded of the importance of understanding correct control usage at slow speed and are encouraged to review the Runway - Loss of Control video on the RAAus YouTube channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vg_Ix4UPJ3c
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	OCC1363	Illawarra Regional airport	NSW	Pipistrel	Sinus Flex	Rotax	912 UL2	The aircraft ground looped after touch down. The aircraft moved to grass adjacent to the sealed RWY,...
The aircraft ground looped after touch down. The aircraft moved to grass adjacent to the sealed RWY, when the pilot braked it caused the nose over and propeller to strike the ground. DETERMINED OUTCOME: Pilot identified possible inadvertent use of brakes during landing initiating the Loss of Control (LOC) and then overreacted to avoid another aircraft. Additional training in both 3 point and wheeler landing skills will be undertaken prior to further command flight.
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.
9/4/2018	OCC1373	Sunshine Coast Airport	QLD	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912 ULS	The pilot requested airways and taxi clearance for RWY36 for northbound. The pilot thought clearance...
The pilot requested airways and taxi clearance for RWY36 for northbound. The pilot thought clearance was given for airways clearance AND Taxi clearance for RWY36 and replied they would advise when run-ups completed. Clearance was not given, however, to taxi.
8/4/2018	OCC1359	Near Bindoon	WA	Fisher	Mk 1	Rotax	582	The aircraft entered into restricted airspace. The pilot did not check for NOTAMs prior to flight. R...
The aircraft entered into restricted airspace. The pilot did not check for NOTAMs prior to flight. R155 is not normally active between 1500 hours on Friday to 0800 hours the following Monday. The pilot was conducting a local flight to Moora and return for a total of 2.5 hours. The pilot departed Bindoon at 10.45 and arrived at Moora at 11.30 where I conducted 3 circuits. They had noticed on Ozrunways that R155 had changed colour to indicate that it was active however, assumed that it was only active within 10nm of Pearce and continued the flight to return to Bindoon. The pilot had been monitoring the area frequency and changing to the CTAF frequency when near Moora. At about 12.30 the pilot was approaching Bindoon from the west and was at 2000ft. At 10nm they changed to the CTAF frequency and gave a broadcast. Moments later the pilot observed a RAAF PC9 conducting low level aerobatics over the Mooliabeenie ALA (YMBE) so changed course to the North and climbed to avoid any conflict. They also maintained visual observation of the PC9. The pilot then expedited their approach and landing to Bindoon. Once on the ground they spoke with the CFI who advised that the whole of R155 had been activated. DETERMINED OUTCOME: The pilot has taken appropriate action to remediate any deficiencies that may have lead to this incursion. RAAus has also provided feedback to OzRWYs on current mapping limitations with R155.
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.