Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
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.
21/1/2023	OCC3104	Yarram Aerodrome	VIC	Aeropro	3K Eurofox	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On a local flight to Yarram the pilot noticed the mechanical...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On a local flight to Yarram the pilot noticed the mechanical fuel gauge reading at min fuel pressure, so they activated the electric fuel pump and pressure returned to normal for a standard landing back at YYRM home base. OUTCOME: The aircraft was inspected by an L2 maintainer and determined that the fuel pump was faulty. A replacement pump was ordered and replaced.
20/1/2023	OCC3154	Narrabri Aerodrome	NSW	Tecnam	Sierra P2002	Rotax	912S	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: FROM SAFETY MANAGER: An RAAus aircraft was conducting circui...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: FROM SAFETY MANAGER: An RAAus aircraft was conducting circuits with a converting pilot on the into wind runway to the south. The AWIS confirmed 15 knots from the south and when the Regular Passenger Transport (RPT) aircraft called inbound the CFI assumed it would join downwind. The ETA was also noted as 10 minutes away, which was unusual. During the landing phase the CFI became distracted due to the converting pilot landing long and when they conducted a go around they noticed the inbound aircraft was ahead and on a straight in approach, directly conflicting. While there was no immediate risk of collision, the CFI ensured the RAAus aircraft moved to the right and provided access to the north facing runway. Subsequent interactions identified a number of factors, including assumption of the runway direction used for the RPT aircraft, distraction of the CFI and failure to effectively communicate between the two aircraft. The Safety Manager and CFI debriefed and the report has been closed.
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.
18/1/2023	OCC3098	Gawler	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Airspace infringement.
18/1/2023	OCC3097	Gawler	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Airspace infringement.
18/1/2023	OCC3099	Gawler	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Airspace infringement.
16/1/2023	OCC3091	Strathbogie	VIC	I C P	Savannah VG	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After landing on private grass strip, the pilot turned to ba...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After landing on private grass strip, the pilot turned to back track. During the turn the aircraft turn exceeded the mown area onto rough terrain, causing the aircraft to rock violently. The propeller struck a grass covered dirt mound which threw up dirt and grass over the windscreen. The pilot stopped immediately and the aircraft was manually towed clear. Significant maintenance is required in order to remove and inspect the gearbox for overhaul, as well as inspecting the crankshaft, and propeller repair. The member has confirmed that the gearbox will be removed by an appropriately qualified L2 and sent for overhaul. RAAus debriefed the occurrence with the pilot which is a reminder of the importance to always take a cautious approach when taxiing at a new airport, especially if the grass is long and the surface cannot be seen clearly.
15/1/2023	OCC3143	Eastern Mount Lofty Ranges	SA	Jabiru	J170-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Airspace infringement
10/1/2023	OCC3087	Caboolture Aerodrome	QLD	Tecnam	P92 Echo Super	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Upon roundout and flare there were approximately 6 kites sit...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Upon roundout and flare there were approximately 6 kites sitting on the runway, while most of them moved we hit one bird on the right leading wing edge. RAAus continues to monitor bird strike and wildlife reports at aerodromes to ensure correct ERSA/NOTAM information is in place and to enable reporting to the aerodrome proprietor.
8/1/2023	OCC3085	Dingee	VIC	Tecnam	P92 Echo Super	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Preparing to land on private property for the 3rd time that ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Preparing to land on private property for the 3rd time that day, the pilot chose full flaps to complete a short field landing on the grass runway. Sink rate increased close to the ground, the pilot quickly responded by applying full power to avoid a hard landing. The aircraft responded marginally. In the end the aircraft did not land overly hard but yawed 45 deg to the left, which was unable to be corrected with full right rudder. As the aircraft touched down the wheels were not lined up with the direction of the airstrip and causing it to veer hard left and drop its right wing to the ground. The nose wheel also collapsed at this point, resulting in further damage to the propeller and nose of the aircraft before it came to a stop.
2/1/2023	OCC3083	Wentworth	NSW	Jabiru	LSA55/3j	Jabiru	2.2	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Following takeoff the aircraft failed to climb and subsequen...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Following takeoff the aircraft failed to climb and subsequently impacted trees. The aircraft sustained significant damage and the pilot received minor injuries. Review of the occurrence identified that the aircraft was operated over the permitted maximum take-off weight (MTOW). In addition to this aircraft performance was likely impacted by environmental conditions with light winds and high temperatures on the day of the accident. The pilot did not hold a current BFR or passenger endorsement at the time of the accident. The pilot has been issued with an order to cease all further flight activity until completion of further training is completed.
23/12/2022	OCC3081	Bribie-Moreton Passage	QLD	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot had recently obtained their Recreational Pilot Cer...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot had recently obtained their Recreational Pilot Certificate and was conducting a private flight with a passenger. On return to the airport the aircraft temporarily breached controlled airspace. The pilot has been de-briefed by their flight training school on the occurrence and should be commended for immediately reporting the incident. Pilot distraction by the carriage of a passenger was considered a likely contributing factor in this occurrence and is a reminder to all pilots to avoid distractions during flight in order to maintain situational awareness.
21/12/2022	OCC3078	Tyabb Aerodrome	VIC	IMPULSE	TD100	Jabiru	Jab 6	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During the first flight in the aircraft the pilot lost direct...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During the first flight in the aircraft the pilot lost directional control on take-off and departed the runway heading for the clubhouse and hangars. The pilot got the aircraft under control when airborne, flew around and came back for a landing. They went round on the first attempt and landed ok on second attempt with nil incident.
21/12/2022	OCC3082	Coldstream Aerodrome	VIC	Facet Aircraft	Sapphire 10	Rotax	447	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After several circuits the engine lost power on climb out at...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After several circuits the engine lost power on climb out at 400 ft. The pilot carried out a forced landing in a paddock north of the airfield. During landing the the aircraft spun around due to long grass resulting in damage to the tail and undercarriage. Review of the occurrence identified that a spark plug had come loose. Likely cause was that the sparkplug was not correctly secured and was only finger-tight prior to departure, resulting in the spark plug working loose during flight. Maintainers are reminded of the importance of double checking work prior to finalisation of maintenance tasks.