Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
22/3/2023	OCC3212	Gawler Airfield	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	STATUS: Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting circuit training on ru...
STATUS: Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting circuit training on runway 05 at Gawler SA the aircraft breached the western boundary of Edinburgh airspace for about 35 seconds and intruded by about 300 meters. OUTCOME: Instructor completed be-brief with CFI in relation to the incident and reminded to use ground based references to ensure that future breaches are avoided.
20/3/2023	OCC3207	South Grafton Airfield	NSW	Jabiru	J170-D	Jabiru	2200B	STATUS: Under review OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During dual circuit training, down -w...
STATUS: Under review OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During dual circuit training, down -wind calls were given (which was heard in the hangar). They turned on to final to find a blue mower mowing in a westerly direction, having entered the runway area since they took off. It was mowing directly adjacent to the bitumen. Needless to say, a go-around was initiated. They went around and tried to land again, this time the mower was down the western end to the southern side, so they went around again and departed the circuit and did other flight procedures for a while. Later when they returned, the mower had situated its self outside the gable-markers. They landed without further incident.
19/3/2023	OCC3206	Serpentine Airfield	WA	Rans	S 12 XL	Rotax	582	STATUS: Under review OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During the take-off run on runway 23,...
STATUS: Under review 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 airport	ACT	AeroJones	CTLS	Rotax	912iS	STATUS: Under review OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A flight was planned for training pur...
STATUS: Under review 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	STATUS: Review Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Partial engine failure during cli...
STATUS: Review Complete. 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. OUTCOME: Engine removed from aircraft and returned to Jabiru for repair. Engine failure was a result of a broken valve spring. Engine since been repaired and returned to service.
15/3/2023	OCC3200	Gawler	SA	Jabiru	J-170	Jabiru	2200B	STATUS: Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During circuit training, the instructor a...
STATUS: Complete. 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. OUTCOME: 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	VIC	Pipistrel	Alpha	Pipistrel/Emrax	EEM60MVLC (Electric)	STATUS: Review complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was conducting circui...
STATUS: Review complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The 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 didn't feel they had enough height and speed to reach the aerodrome/runway, so made an uneventful emergency landing in a field to the immediate 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 Regional Aerodrome	NSW	Tecnam	P2002 Sierra DL	Rotax	912ULS2	STATUS: Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Nose wheel deflated after landing leadin...
STATUS: Complete. 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.
9/3/2023	OCC3185	Ballarat	VIC	Brumby	R610	Rotax	912 ULS W Garrett Turbo Charger	STATUS: Complete OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: When flying the aircraft back from Cowra, ...
STATUS: Complete OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: When flying the aircraft back from Cowra, the pilot noticed that it was flying right wing down which they tried to correct with control inputs. As they approach Ballarat, they noticed that one tank was dry and the other had 30 L. As the right wing was low the fuel was below the fuel pick up point and the engine ran rough for a little while then stopped momentarily. The pilot then decided to land in a paddock. OUTCOME: Possible issue with fuel tank vents not allowing fuel to equalize during the flight which as now been corrected. Pilot error for not raising the right wing enough to prevent fuel starvation.
9/3/2023	OCC3183	Cessnock Airport	NSW	TL Ultralight	TL-3000 Sirius	Rotax	912 ULS	STATUS: Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst on a training flight the student ...
STATUS: Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst on a training flight the student was taxing and started to drift left towards taxiway edge. The instructor went to takeover, but the student still had some pressure on pedals reducing the authority of the instructors input. The instructor quickly shut down the engine and coasted onto the grass. No damage and no injuries. OUTCOME: Instructor was reminded to provide a clear brief to the student in relation to who has control of the aircraft and when. This would have allowed the instructor to state '"I have control" and the student should have released all the controls allowing the instructor to make the appropriate correction.
4/3/2023	OCC3174	Rollos air strip	SA	Jabiru	J160-C	Camit	33SLRE	STATUS: Review complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot of a gyrocopter backtrack...
STATUS: Review complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot of a gyrocopter backtracked from mid-field of a runway when other aircraft where waiting at the hold. One of the aircraft waiting at the hold believed that they were first and as such entered and taxied around the gyrocopter. The aircraft decided to take off in front of the gyrocopter. OUTCOME: Member in aircraft has been educated on legal rights of aircraft on runway. Member of gyrocopter has been educated in relation to sportsman like conduct when operating with other aircraft at the hold.
4/3/2023	OCC3179	Archerfield Airport	QLD	The Airplane Factory Sling	Sling 2	Rotax	912 ULS	STATUS: Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During initial climb, the engine ran roug...
STATUS: Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During initial climb, the engine ran rough and the pilot returned the aircraft to the airfield. OUTCOME: Aircraft was grounded and L2 has checked and replaced multiple items on fuel system and engine components. Possible cause was from a smaller than usual fuel return orifice that has now been rectified. Aircraft has completed numerous flight test since the incident and after repair were completed without any further issues. Aircraft has now been returned to service.
4/3/2023	OCC3177	Albury	NSW	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912IS	STATUS: Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A Student had completed pre-solo check wi...
STATUS: Complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A Student had completed pre-solo check with their instructor. The student was then briefed for their first solo which included one CCT only and go-around procedure in the event of an unstable approach. Student completed a nice take-off and CCT spacing/approach, however bounced the landing, so conducted go-around. The instructor had hand-held radio so talked the student through two attempts at landing which resulted in a safe landing. OUTCOME. Student de-briefed by the instructor and CFI on the first solo and go-around. No further action as completed during training with safe outcome.
2/3/2023	OCC3196	Avalon Airport	VIC	Sonex	3300 Tri-Gear	Jabiru	3300A	STATUS: Review complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft landed normally at YM...
STATUS: Review complete. OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft landed normally at YMAV on Runway 36. On the roll out, the Avalon Tower advised that the aircraft had gone past the appropriate taxiway. The member steered hard right which caused the nose gear to bend due to high speed. Although the aircraft could be taxied, it required full right pedal to be able to do so slowly. The pilot stopped the aircraft on the taxiway once it was clear of the runway and Avalon officials assisted with removing the aircraft to the parking area. OUTCOME: Temporary repair of aircraft at the Airshow which allowed the aircraft to repositioned to a local airfield for further repairs. Member reminded to take care and slow the aircraft down fully before applying full rudder control defections.
27/2/2023	OCC3163	Lethbridge/Avalon area	VIC	ICP	Savannah	Rotax	912 ULS	STATUS: Under review OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a flight to Avalon the aircraft...
STATUS: Under review OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a flight to Avalon the aircraft was engulfed by cloud. The pilot contacted Avalon ATC to advise of this, the cloud then was clearing and by the time advised the runway to land on it had cleared completely. Aircraft broke free of cloud and landed nil incident.