Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
4/4/2023	OCC3249	Tamworth	NSW	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912IS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was above cloud base at the time at 8500 and en...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was above cloud base at the time at 8500 and entered the control airspace heading towards Tamworth. As the aircraft entered the pilot was contacted by air traffic control. As the pilot was not able to descend due weather, he was granted clearance to transit controlled airspace without holding a controlled airspace endorsement. Outcome: Member educated on the requirements of conducting flights on top of cloud and referred to VFRG for further reading. Pilot was also reminded that he should not enter controlled airspace without holding a controlled airspace endorsement and without receiving prior permission from ATC.
31/3/2023	OCC3223	South Grafton Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J170-D	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A mower/machine went out to do some weed spraying. A message...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A mower/machine went out to do some weed spraying. A message was sent to the pilot at the time of the machine going out to the runway. The pilot replied that the aircraft would be operating shortly. The pilot aborted two landings because of the machine. Standard downwind radio calls were given.
30/3/2023	OCC3219	The Oaks Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	LSA 55/3J	Jabiru	2200j	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a dual instructional flight the aircraft experienced ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a dual instructional flight the aircraft experienced an engine failure. They tried to turn back to the field when they realised they were too low and about to hit a tree, the instructor lowered the flaps to full to try and bump over the tree and at that point the aircraft tipped on its side and clipped a few trees then came to rest where it did amongst the large tree. The instructor and student were able to exit the aircraft.
28/3/2023	OCC3217	Stanthorpe Aerodrome	QLD	Flight Design	CTLS	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot was on final when they identified another aircraft ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot was on final when they identified another aircraft taking off in the opposite direction. No radio calls were heard from the aircraft prior to takeoff. The pilot diverted to the left of track in order to prevent a potential collision and continued another approach to land. The registration of the aircraft involved was unable to be confirmed so no further follow-up could take place. Pilots are reminded of the importance of alerted see and avoid principles, including the conduct of a thorough lookout and maintaining radio calls in accordance with mandatory requirements.
25/3/2023	OCC3211	Latrobe Valley Aerodrome	VIC	Tecnam	P92 Eaglet	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a normal landing with instructor and student on board...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a normal landing with instructor and student on board, the L main tyre deflated. The aircraft was taxied to a stop on the runway, then pushed outside the gable markers and made safe. OUTCOME: Flat tyre cause unknow. No damage to aircraft and no injuries to instructor or student.
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.
19/3/2023	OCC3206	Serpentine Aerodrome	WA	Rans	S 12 XL	Rotax	582	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During the take-off run on runway 23, at rotation a loud noi...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During the take-off run on runway 23, at rotation a loud noise was heard with a severe vibration. Take-off was aborted, power pulled back and the magnetos to off. After exiting the aircraft, it was discovered that part of 1 blade of the propeller was missing, and another was damaged. No other visible damage.
17/3/2023	OCC3220	Canberra Aerodrome	ACT	AeroJones	CTLS	Rotax	912iS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A flight was planned for training purposes to be conducted f...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A flight was planned for training purposes to be conducted from YSCB to YTMU. The aircraft pre-flight was conducted with no issues found (including fuel dip and drain) and run ups showed no evidence of any issues. After passing approx. 300ft AGL, after take-off checks were conducted. Flaps were retracted, landings lights extinguished, and the auxiliary fuel pump was turned off. At this point, a low fuel pressure warning was noted, and the tower was contacted with a requirement to immediately return to the field. After a short discussion with the tower, a normal circuit was conducted (a little tighter than usual to account for a possible total loss of power) and a landing was conducted without further event. No emergency services were required or requested. After landing, an investigation of the fuel system revealed a fouled fuel filter. Back washing of the fuel filter revealed substantial foreign material to be present in the fuel filter (see attached images) Subsequent drains of the tank and examination of fuel remaining in the tank revealed no further contamination. The fuel system was flushed, and the filter was replaced and the low fuel pressure issue was rectified.
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.
11/3/2023	OCC3188	Lilydale Aerodrome	VIC	Pipistrel	Alpha	Pipistrel/Emrax	EEM60MVLC (Electric)	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The electric aircraft was conducting circuit operations when ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The electric aircraft was conducting circuit operations when during the climb for the 4th circuit at 600ft AGL, an instrument display warning appeared 'Power control lever failure' which resulted in complete loss of power. The pilot pitched for a glide and a turn back, attempted a reboot cycle of all switches off, pulled the power control breaker, powered on all systems in sequence but the same warning appeared. They repeated this one more time, but power control was not restored. The pilot carried out a successful emergency landing in a field to the north of the runway. DETERMINED OUTCOME: Upon close and detailed inspection of the power controller circuit and connectors on the aircraft, it was identified that the white wire pin in the power controller Molex connector J104M at the main controller PCB was not seated correctly in the Molex connector and was making intermittent contact. This connector had not been handled, serviced or disconnected at any time since the aircraft was delivered from the manufacturer. The pin has now been correctly clipped and seated in the Molex connector to make secure and consistent contact. A tension test was conducted on all pins in the main controller PCB and found no other pins to be loose or 'unseated'. A detailed visual inspection of the power lever PCB and mechanism was completed and no anomalies were found. Initial run-up tests after these actions were taken, including shaking the wiring looms by hand during low-power tests, indicate the loose connection has been resolved.
11/3/2023	OCC3198	Griffith Aerodrome	NSW	Tecnam	P2002 Sierra DL	Rotax	912ULS2	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Nose wheel deflated after landing leading to vibration and h...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Nose wheel deflated after landing leading to vibration and heavy steering. Aircraft stopped and removed from runway for repair. OUTCOME: Aircraft repaired and returned to service.
11/3/2023	OCC3300	Heck Field Aerodrome	QLD	Aeronca	11CC	Continental	C-85-8F	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst taxiing the pilot made a taxiing radio call prior to c...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst taxiing the pilot made a taxiing radio call prior to crossing the runway. They turned the aircraft so they could see all the way down the runway and the pilot and passenger both checked to make sure there were no aircraft on final. The pilot then straightened the aircraft and proceeded to cross the runway when they noticed a trike landing which just missed the tail of the aircraft. The pilot continued on their flight. On return to the airfield the pilot made a 10 mile call and also made a downwind call. As they were rolling out from their landing they noticed that the trike was landing on a crossing runway. No calls were heard from the trike pilot. RAAus has reviewed this occurrence with all pilots involved. Failure to make neccessary radio calls is a breach of the Civil Aviation Act and may result in a significant degradation to safety. All pilots are reminded of their requirement to adhere to legal requirements relating to mandatory radio calls to minimise the risk of mid-air collisions.
9/3/2023	OCC3185	Ballarat Aerodrome	VIC	Brumby	R610	Rotax	912 ULS W Garrett Turbo Charger	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During flight, the pilot noticed that the aircraft was flying...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During flight, the pilot noticed that the aircraft was flying right wing down which they tried to correct with control inputs. Shortly after, they noticed that one tank was dry and the other had 30 litres. As the right wing was low the fuel was below the fuel pick up point and the engine ran rough, then stopped momentarily. The pilot then decided to land in a paddock. A possible issue with fuel tank vents not allowing fuel to equalize during the flight has now been corrected. It is likely that the failure to maintain level flight resulted in a fuel inbalance followed by a subsequent fuel starvation.