Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
16/11/2022	OCC3034	Pentland	QLD	Jabiru	J200-B	Jabiru	3300	After fueling at Hughenden, the aircraft left for the return flight to Donnington. The pilot landed ...
After fueling at Hughenden, the aircraft left for the return flight to Donnington. The pilot landed at Pentland for a break and there was no indication of fault of aircraft or engine. After following the shutdown and removing their headset the pilot heard a very slight trickle/creak type sound. Being that it’s hard to look fully into the back of plane whilst seated and because they felt they should move with haste the pilot got out. Leaning through the door and looking into the back and pulling out the headset at the same time the pilot caught a glimpse of a flash up close to the back of the seat. Knowing that fuel lines run across the base of the seats in back they immediately got away from the plane and only was able to take the headset and bag from the passenger seat with them. Nothing seemed to be happening and the pilot thought if it’s a small fire they could use dirt to put it out. They then approached the back door and opened it but then could see that they couldn’t stop it. It looked like the area behind seat was alight. Emergency services were called to extinguish the fire.
13/11/2022	OCC3029	Conway	QLD	I C P	Savannah	Rotax	912	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot didn’t realise the aircraft was descending slowly,...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot didn’t realise the aircraft was descending slowly, it then touched the water and stopped. It then sank in the mouth of the Proserpine River. RAAus conducted a follow up interview with the pilot and suspended the RPC until a BFR with a nominated CFI was completed to a satisfactory standard. The pilot was also cautioned about conducting landings at locations which were not approved for aircraft use.
12/11/2022	OCC3018	Archerfield Aerodrome	QLD	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A partial loss of power and rough running in the aircraft at...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A partial loss of power and rough running in the aircraft at 400'AGL while upwind from departure runway 04R. The pilot made a right turn to land on runway 28R. The engine continued to run after landing, taxied back to Southern Apron.
10/11/2022	OCC3024	Darling Downs	QLD	Jabiru	J230-C	Jabiru	3300	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot departed YCFN at 0558 AEST on a cross country solo...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot departed YCFN at 0558 AEST on a cross country solo training flight to Moonie, Tara, Dalby returning to YCFN. They turned at Moonie at 0645 hrs on time and on track now heading for Tara. Tara did not appear on schedule at 0705 so a search pattern was commenced. During this time, the pilot became disoriented in direction and position so elected to contact Brisbane Centre and request assistance whilst tracking 090 degrees in accordance with their learned lost procedures for this area. The pilot tracked to a town called Cecil Plains (unknown at this time) and proceeded with a precautionary search and landing onto an observed airfield. As the airfield surface appeared unsuitable for their aircraft (it was later confirmed by their CFI as an agricultural airfield) the pilot climbed to height and following further guidance from Airservices proceeded to YBBW (Wellcamp) and carried out a successful landing at 0830 hrs.
9/11/2022	OCC3095	Kybong	QLD	Kappa Sabre	RVX-100			Fatal Accident involving RAAus member. RAAus accident consultants are assisting police in determinin...
Fatal Accident involving RAAus member. RAAus accident consultants are assisting police in determining the causal factors that led to the accident.
9/11/2022	OCC3022	Clifton Aerodrome	QLD	Jabiru	J160-C	Jabiru	2200 Gen4	Break down of radio communication, this led to Inbound and Outbound operations from Clifton airstrip...
Break down of radio communication, this led to Inbound and Outbound operations from Clifton airstrip YCFN (QLD) involving two aircraft. Observed separation was about 200 feet vertical and about 200 metres horizontal as the aircraft passed each other.
8/11/2022	OCC3014	Port Pirie Aerodrome	SA	Tecnam	P92 Ealget	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A student attempted to turn off runway onto the taxiway at t...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A student attempted to turn off runway onto the taxiway at too high a speed. They braked asymmetrically and inadvertently applied power. The aircraft skidded and veered onto grassed corner area, but the instructor immediately took over, regained control, and steered the aircraft onto taxiway. OUTCOME: Taxiway excursion during early AB-into flight training resulting in a small skid and aircraft existing both runway and taxiway. No damage to aircraft or occupants. Student and flight instructor debriefed by the CFI after the incident to a high standard. The actions taken by the CFI have lead to a positive learning experience for both the student and instructor. No further actions required.
7/11/2022	OCC3012	Latrobe Valley Aerodrome	VIC	Tecnam	P92 Eaglet	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Following a navigation exercise, aircraft made a straight in...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Following a navigation exercise, aircraft made a straight in approach for runway 09 (gravel) with a normal pre-landing checklist completed by both the student pilot and the instructor. The student successfully landed the aircraft, and on the rollout, after approximately 20 metres, the Left main tyre began to deflate. The instructor took over immediately and brought the aircraft to a complete stop thereafter the instructor and student pilot exited the aircraft. OUTCOME: Deflated tyre due to possible puncture on gravel runway.
7/11/2022	OCC3025	Toowoomba	QLD	Aeropro	2K Eurofox	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot planned 5nm separation from airspace and were dead...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot planned 5nm separation from airspace and were dead reckoning. The wind was forecast as a southerly but ended up being northerly and they inadvertently drifted laterally into the airspace. At the time they didn’t have access to an EFB. INVESTIGATION OUTCOME: The CFI was interviewed to determine if deficiencies in situation awareness or ded- reckoning competency had been addressed and this was confirmed with introduction of new operating procedures and proficiency checks with the pilot at the school.
5/11/2022	OCC3015	Griffith Regional Aerodrome	NSW	Pipistrel	Virus SW	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: It was reported that during the landing phase the pilot felt ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: It was reported that during the landing phase the pilot felt a vibration. On landing, the aircraft experienced a nose wheel collapse. The initial phase of the investigation has been completed and the primary cause has been identified as Loss of Control in the landing phase of flight with the aircraft impacting the runway. During the investigation it was determined that the pilot in command did not hold a Recreational Pilot Certificate. The pilot was reminded of their legal obligations to hold a Recreational Pilot Certificate prior to operating as pilot in command of an RAAus aircraft and CASA was advised of the matter.
5/11/2022	OCC3016	Shelharbour Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J230-C	Jabiru		OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The Jabiru had returned to YSHL after a short local flight o...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The Jabiru had returned to YSHL after a short local flight over the Southern Highlands to the west. Upon returning it was the intention of the pilot to conduct multiple circuits. They gave a 10 mile inbound call from the west and joined the circuit crosswind for RWY34 which was the active runway. They then completed one circuit and performed a go-around and again conducted another circuit. On final of the 2nd circuit, the pilot made a radio call indicating final 34 for circuits. The Jabiru landed and then climbed to 600ft before making a right hand turn crosswind. At this time an inbound aircraft (VH registered) believed to be from Camden made a radio call joining either turning or joining downwind. Due to the Jabiru already being a late crosswind, they immediately climbed to avoid conflict (Jabiru was already 1100ft being slightly too high). Upon climbing the pilot observed the joining aircraft pass directly below them from left to right believed to be around 100-200ft. The Jabiru made an immediate call stating the conflict and that they would go number 2 to the joining aircraft, and they had them in sight. The joining aircraft apologised on the radio to Jabiru. Jabiru continued to follow the VH aircraft and landed without incident. INVESTIGATION REVIEW: Near misses in and around non controlled aerodromes continue to present as significant high risk occurrences. Aircraft joining the circuit must ensure they mitigate these risks with any existing circuit traffic by adopting the safest separation strategy and clear communications with any potential conflict, maintaining a heightened scan and lookout during these critical phases of the circuit.
4/11/2022	OCC3009	Bindoon Aerodrome	WA	Flight Design	CTSW	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During finals, just prior to touchdown, the pilot experience...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During finals, just prior to touchdown, the pilot experienced turbulent wind gusts. They landed the aircraft on its main wheels and had engine at idle when they were hit by a very strong gust which lifted them into the air. The pilot applied full power and nose down in an effort to gain airspeed when wind just drop to zero and aircraft landed hard on the runway, flipped over and came to complete stop. The pilot turned off all electrics and fuel then exited the aircraft. OUTCOME REVIEW: The pilots training CFI debriefed and reviewed the accident with the pilot and it was identified the pilot had purchased the aircraft but had not undertaken any specific type training prior to this accident. While of the same group, the wing loading and pre-stall sink rate characteristics are vastly different to the aircraft the pilot was trained on. This misunderstanding has been addressed in subsequent endorsement training while the aircraft is undergoing repair and return to service. Pilots are again reminded of the importance of obtaining specific type training on any new type and urged to reference RAAP 1 for more details prior to flying a new aircraft type.
30/10/2022	OCC3000	Tooradin Aerodrome	VIC	Fly Synthesis	Texan TC	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot conducted a local flight without issue, on return ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot conducted a local flight without issue, on return to the airfield, they conducted a normal circuit, established themself on final with 3000 rpm set and landing flaps, airspeed 55kts. At approx. 100ft AGL the pilot felt they had a high sink rate and thought they were too low so applied full power and raised the nose to initiate a go around but did not recover from what they now assume was a stall condition. The aircraft impacted the vegetation just before the runway threshold with the main wheels and full power still applied. The pilot closed throttle but had impacted the ground hard with a high nose attitude and lost directional control, the aircraft left the runway to the left and immediately the front wheel bogged down in the soft grass and collapsed. This is a further example where the pilot did not detect the increasing sink rate as a symptom of the pending aerodynamic stall. The increasing divergence of aircraft attitude and the actual flight path were key indicators for the imminent stall. While the published stall speeds for the Texan 550 are 50 kts (clean), 44kts (Take Off flap) and 40 kts (full flap) which should have provided an acceptable stall margin in the approach, this approach airspeed did not account for any potential effects of wind gradient or turbulence. Further, by allowing the aircraft to pitch up in response to the application of full power, the pilot inadvertently exceeded the critical angle of attack, a situation in which power cannot be used to restore controlled flight. The pilot has since recognised the need for better training in upsets to standard approaches to build positive and effective responses and resilience to these scenarios. Pilots are reminded that an aircraft can stall at airspeeds outside the published speeds based on a range of factors and early awareness of all the potential stall symptoms is critical in all phases of flight but particularly the final approach.
29/10/2022	OCC3003	Tarome	QLD	Just Aircraft	SuperStol	UL Power	350iS	When applying full power for take-off one blade broke free from the propeller hub, the resulting imb...
When applying full power for take-off one blade broke free from the propeller hub, the resulting imbalance caused the whole hub to break from the crankshaft.
29/10/2022	OCC3006	Mundubbera Aerodrome	QLD	High Clearance Trail Bike	TT 500	Rotax	503	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft lost a wheel on take-off. The pilot completed t...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft lost a wheel on take-off. The pilot completed two circuits of airstrip to see if there were any other aircraft in the area, however, there were none in sight or on the radio so the pilot completed a landing on the grass verge. The aircraft landed softly with only minor damage. The aircraft owner does a lot of bush and rough strip flying. This may have contributed to the loss of a split pin that secures the wheel to the axle. This incident highlights the importance of a thorough pre-flight inspection.