Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
23/10/2017	OCC1179	Clifton	QLD	Jabiru 160	J160C	Jabiru	2200 A	Engine exhibited rough running on climb. Identified as possible partial failure of engine driven fue...
Engine exhibited rough running on climb. Identified as possible partial failure of engine driven fuel pump. Fuel delivery in level flight satisfactory. Application of the electric fuel pump corrected the problem. Outcome: Incident has been refereed to Airworthiness and Engineering branch of CASA for ongoing monitoring.
22/10/2017	OCC1185	Rathmines	NSW	Super petrel	100	Rotax	912 ULS	The pilot was on the seaplane boat ramp Rathmines determining the best way to negotiate the flotilla...
The pilot was on the seaplane boat ramp Rathmines determining the best way to negotiate the flotilla of boats and random swell in the middle of the Rathmines inlet for a departure. A strong NE wind was blowing causing considerable swell. Approx. 10 boats had been moored to the east of the ramp along the foreshore and extending approx. 300m from the foreshore into the waterway. By the time the pilot chose to depart there was only one moored boat remaining which was positioned about 500-600m to the NE of the ramp and approx. 300 m from the shore. With a water take-off run of 250m in my a/c the pilot planned to follow smoother water in a path about 150m from the shore which would mean that they were airborne at least 250m prior to the moored boat and would pass at altitude, approx. 100-150m abeam. Whilst on the plane and just prior to becoming airborne a series of random waves hit the seaplane which caused it to change direction some 15 degrees towards the moored boat. At this stage the pilot was about 300m from the boat and they considered there was still a sufficient safety margin, but having never rejected a water take-off at high speed, elected to continue. The seaplane became airborne and started to climb but once clear of the tree line height on the foreshore, it was buffeted by wind and turbulence which affected the climb performance and even though airborne and at a height of about 50', this buffeting pushed it closer to the moored boat. Whilst there was no incident, the reason for writing this report is that the pilot recognizes that there was probably a 'surprise' factor for anyone on board the boat. The pilot also acknowledges that although the unknown can't be taken into account, a better departure route may have been considered. Outcome: While conducting a take-off in a waterway with significant boating activity and confined area, the pilot realised the effect of swells and mechanical turbulence and shielding from trees on the nearby shoreline resulted in the aircraft operating closed to a moored vessel than was ideal. Waterborne operations require consideration of additional factors such as other vessels, the effects of swell and mechanical turbulence and this pilot is to be commended for reporting and highlighting these considerations.
21/10/2017	OCC1174	Lilydale Airport	VIC	Jabiru	J160	Jabiru	2200	During touch and go’s, on the third CCT the pilot decided on a glide approach. They completed pre-la...
During touch and go’s, on the third CCT the pilot decided on a glide approach. They completed pre-landing checks early downwind and made glide approach radio call abeam southern threshold, whilst downwind. The pilot kept to an aim-point 1/3 down RWY 36, flared, then touched down somewhere between 1/3 and 1/2 way along RWY 36. They applied the brakes firmly, felt some slowing, but then thought that slowing ceased, concluded that brakes had locked. The pilot released the brakes to unlock and tried applying again quickly, but less firmly. The pilot judged there to be approximately 200-300m remaining of RWY, so kept trying brakes then realised at about 150m to end ditch that the aircraft was still moving too fast. The pilot was holding full back on the stick whilst applying brakes and tried turning slightly left to increase available run as it was too late to go around, so kept trying brakes to no avail and the aircraft ran into the ditch. Determined Outcome: RAAus are continuing to develop learning materials and training aides for pilots to aide in reducing the number of runway los of control (RLOC)occurrences. This accident is a timely reminder to pilots of the importance in picking go/no go points for touchdowns and go around procedures to mitigate the risk of RLOC.
19/10/2017	OCC1188	Various	VIC	Super Petrel	Sea Plane	Rotax	912 ULS	Possible Multiple Airspace Incursions DETERMINED OUTCOME: Member had cross country certificate su...
Possible Multiple Airspace Incursions DETERMINED OUTCOME: Member had cross country certificate suspended. Member has undergone retraining and successfully regain a cross country certificate.
18/10/2017	OCC1177	1nm N of Mount Cotton	QLD	EuroFox	3K	Rotax	912 ULS	An instructor was conducting Stalls with a student in the Eastern Training Area, and believed to be ...
An instructor was conducting Stalls with a student in the Eastern Training Area, and believed to be in correct area up to 3500ft. Upon their return to Archerfield they were advised that they had infringed CTA. Outcome: The pilot has indicated their acceptance of this mistake and learnt from it. No further action required from RAAus. It is essential that members report airspace infringements (AI) to RAAus no matter the severity. These incidents allow RAAus Safety to analyse AIs at a national level and communicate with AirServices Australia and the Military regarding airspace violations, improvements and access.
15/10/2017	OCC1218	Bajool	QLD	Jabiru	J230D	Jabiru	3300A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: The bracket that holds the brake calipers on to the l...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: The bracket that holds the brake calipers on to the landing leg broke. DETERMINED OUTCOME: This issue has been referred to the CASA Engineering and Airworthiness Branch for monitoring and action as required. The importer has also been notified.
14/10/2017	OCC1169	Wynyard	TAS	Fly Synthesis	Storch S500	Rotax	912LS	The aircraft was on the apron 30m from the Club House warming up the engine. The park brake was appl...
The aircraft was on the apron 30m from the Club House warming up the engine. The park brake was applied lightly and the revs were increased. The aircraft moved forward and the pilot reached to apply more brake. In doing so their right hand became entangled in the passenger seat belt. The pilot then took their left hand off the throttle to untangle their right hand, and inadvertently bumped the throttle which increased the revs dramatically. The aircraft surged forward and veered to the left. Before the pilot had time to untangle their hand the aircraft had stuck the building. OUTCOME: No further action required by RAAus. Pilots are reminded to ensure all items are secure and that no objects will restrict on the safety operation of the aircraft.
13/10/2017	OCC1197	Caboolture	QLD	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	A pilot flew an aircraft without a compliant pilot certificate. Outcome: The pilot was upfront ab...
A pilot flew an aircraft without a compliant pilot certificate. Outcome: The pilot was upfront about this issue and subsequently resolved the deficiency. No further action required.
13/10/2017	OCC1199	Caboolture	QLD	Jabiru	J170C	Jabiru	2200B	Unauthorised instruction of pilot. Outcome: The pilot was upfront about this issue. No further ac...
Unauthorised instruction of pilot. Outcome: The pilot was upfront about this issue. No further action required.
11/10/2017	OCC1173	Latrobe Valley Aerodrome	VIC	Tecnam	P92 Eaglet	Rotax	912	After take-off, being about 200-300 AGL, still climbing a vibration started and significant power wa...
After take-off, being about 200-300 AGL, still climbing a vibration started and significant power was lost. Once power was lost, the pilot set the glide attitude, doing some of the trouble checks, slipping the machine to try and get it to the runway first. Once it was obvious the aircraft wasn't going to make the runway, the pilot selected a field and landed in it. Outcome: Some very minor wear in one of the carburetors was identified. 2 new carburetor kits were installed and the aircraft has been operating since. An inspection of the suspect carburetor identified that it had flooded causing the engine to stop but the internal wear didn't actuality appear to be the cause. No further action required.
10/10/2017	OCC1208	Gawler Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	J170-D	jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: During CCTs the pilot noticed an engine vibration and...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: During CCTs the pilot noticed an engine vibration and made full stop landing. An investigation revealed low compression on No 1 cylinder, further investigation revealed a cracked cylinder along a machined surface. All cylinders were replaced with replacement cylinders supplied by the manufacture which included a modification to the machined surface. DETERMINED OUTCOME: This issue has been referred to CASA Airworthiness and Engineering section. As it is a registered LSA RAAus is limited in what it can do to resolve this issue.
9/10/2017	OCC1171	Moorabbin	VIC	Aeroprakt	A32 Vixxen	Rotax	912 ULS	The pilot encountered radio failure inbound from Carrum. The pilot tried troubleshooting e.g. chang...
The pilot encountered radio failure inbound from Carrum. The pilot tried troubleshooting e.g. changed headsets, turned radio on/off, reduced power load and tried contacting the tower several times to no avail. The pilot then squawked 7600 and continued inbound via Carrum to RWY 17R. Outcome: The pilot in command followed the correct procedures for radio failure. The pilots actions ensured the safety of his aircraft and other airspace users was maintained.
8/10/2017	OCC1165	Jaspers Brush	NSW	Evektor	Sportstar	Rotax	912 ULS	Coming in to land on RWY24 after a 45min local area flight with in the training area. Approach was n...
Coming in to land on RWY24 after a 45min local area flight with in the training area. Approach was normal until short final when the pilot went to reduce power could not get the rpm below 3000. After checking the friction lock was off and throttle fine tune was fully reduced the pilot decided on a glide landing, rather than to go around and possibly have further engine issues. The pilot turned off the engine, applied full flap and landed normally, although slightly long and rolled to RWY intersection and turned off onto TWY. When restarted, the engine rpm was still at 2000 and would not go lower. The pilot taxied and hangared the aircraft, noting issue in maintenance log and reported it to aircraft owner and local maintainer. DETERMINED OUTCOME: The aircraft has been looked at by a L2 / LAME and it appears the issue was due to wear and tear of the throttle cable. The cable has since been replaced.
7/10/2017	OCC1178	Canberra	ACT	Jabiru	J230D	Jabiru	3300A	The aircraft engine surged 5 times during climb out, at approx. 3500 ASL. The pilot returned immedia...
The aircraft engine surged 5 times during climb out, at approx. 3500 ASL. The pilot returned immediately to Canberra airport, no further problems during remainder of the flight. The pilot ran an engine check after landing, magneto test & carby heat, all were OK. On close examination, the underside of the carburetor was found to have extensive fuel stains. New carburettor installed. No further issues identified.
6/10/2017	OCC1163	Albany Regional Airport	WA	Jabiru	J170C	Jabiru	2200B	Normal take-off on RWY05. At approximately 300ft the engine suffered significant loss of power accom...
Normal take-off on RWY05. At approximately 300ft the engine suffered significant loss of power accompanied by vibration/rough running. With insufficient runway remaining to land, performed a gentle turn back towards the threshold of RWY14. The pilot found that with reduced throttle the engine could maintain about 1800rpm. The pilot elected to perform a tight sweeping approach back onto RWY05 (which was more into wind) rather than land downwind on 14. The landing was uneventful. Upon shutdown oil was found leaking from around the exhaust manifold #4 cylinder, the plugs on #4 cylinder were totally oiled up. DETERMINED OUTCOME: This occurrence has been referred to CASA engineering and airworthiness branch and the manufacturer for further monitoring and action where required. It appears a valve failed.