Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
4/6/2022	OCC2830	Gawler Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	J170D	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft had turned left off runway 31 at Gawler after la...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft had turned left off runway 31 at Gawler after landing. Grass left is used for glider aircraft landings. As the aircraft crossed the grass and taxied towards a taxiway, the nosewheel fell into a hole in the ground. The engine stopped immediately as the propellor made contact with the soft earth. The hole in the ground was grass covered and just slightly larger than the nosewheel and not evident to the view.
30/5/2022	OCC2823	Redcliffe Aerodrome	QLD	Czech Sport Aircraft	Piper Sport	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: There were three aircraft established in the circuit, conduct...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: There were three aircraft established in the circuit, conducting touch and goes on runway 25 at YRED. A VH-registered aircraft entered the active runway and was about to take off in the opposite direction of the circuit on runway 07. The pilot was contacted via radio by the pilot of an aircraft established downwind for 25. The pilot of the aircraft on the ground stated “the wind had changed and that the preferred runway was 07”. The pilot was then again advised by the pilot of a Helicopter that three aircraft were already operating and established in the circuit for runway 25, to which the pilot ignored and proceeded to take off on runway 07. The pilot commenced take-off on 07 with another aircraft on final for runway 25. As a result, the pilot had to make an evasive turn to the left to avoid the aircraft on final, who also commenced an orbit to avoid opposite direction traffic. As this matter involves the actions of a VH-registered aircraft the occurrence was forwarded to CASA for review in order to address safety concerns relating to the actions of the pilot involved. RAAus received confirmation that this occurrence will be reviewed by the CASA surveillance team.
28/5/2022	OCC2829	Sunshine Coast	QLD	Aeropro	2K Eurofox	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot clipped the corner of Sunshine Coast Airspace at A0...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot clipped the corner of Sunshine Coast Airspace at A025 when the lower limit was A015. They knew the airspace was there and briefed on it before departure. When airborne, they became distracted with the student and failed to descend. Subsequently, the instructor instituted a thorough review process with any students prior to navigation exercise to ensure CTA avoidance actions were clearly understood and briefed.
27/5/2022	OCC2822	Ballina Byron Gateway Aerodrome	NSW	Jodel	D8	Jabiru	2200 Solid Lifter	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A VH registered aircraft has reported that whilst they were c...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A VH registered aircraft has reported that whilst they were conducting operating circuits at YBNA a Jodel taxiied for the runway. Runway in use was runway 24. The Jodel's radio was unreadable. As the VH aircraft turned base they called turning base runway 24 for an inspection run. They noted the Jodel sitting at holding point A. As they turned final the Jodel now called entering runway 06. Ballina Information called Jodel to notify them the VH aircraft were using runway 24 and had just turned final. The Jodel then taxiied off the end of runway 06 onto the grass in the overshoot. Significant wheel tracks were observed as the VH aircraft completed the low pass and continued onto upwind. As the VH aircraft turned crosswind they noted the Jodel commence take-off roll on runway 06 - an unreadable radio transmission was heard. During the take-off roll the aircraft appeared to almost experience two runway excursions. As the VH aircraft turned downwind they made a radio call advising they were downwind runway 24 for another inspection pass. No call from Jodel received but aircraft noted now on late upwind and commencing turn onto downwind - head to head. Car 1 made call to notify aircraft of collision risk - traffic departed on opposite runway now departing head to head with circuit traffic. The VH aircraft widened out and passed port to port with departing aircraft at <1/3nm at approximately 200' separation. The pilot of the Jodel has been required to complete remedial training for operations at non-controlled airports, radio procedures and circuit procedures.
25/5/2022	OCC2833	Muchea/Greenside Airfield	WA	Jabiru	J170C	Jabiru	2200	The engine was flown the previous day with no issues. On doing the daily inspection the following d...
The engine was flown the previous day with no issues. On doing the daily inspection the following day, loss of compression was detected on one cylinder. The Low compression was identified from #1 cylinder and it was stripped down revealing the exhaust valve seat had separated from the cylinder head. The engine is running on PULP 98.
22/5/2022	OCC2815	Aldinga Aerodrome	SA	Evektor	Sportstar SL	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was parked on the apron. Following engine start,...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was parked on the apron. Following engine start, the pilot started taxiing the aircraft forward and the propeller struck a yellow marker cone. The marker cone was unsighted from the pilots seat.
21/5/2022	OCC2818	Quinninup	WA	Airborne	Edge X	Rotax	503	Fatal Accident involving RAAus member. RAAus accident consultants assisted police in determining the...
Fatal Accident involving RAAus member. RAAus accident consultants assisted police in determining the causal factors that led to the accident.
20/5/2022	OCC2817	Gawler	SA	Jabiru	J170	Jabiru	Gen 4	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A Senior instructor had a student carry out a simulated engin...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A Senior instructor had a student carry out a simulated engine failure after take-off into a suitable paddock, in so doing the aircraft breached Edinburgh airspace. The FTS has now fitted FLARMs to their aircraft, to review pilot flights and conduct retraining regarding airspace proximity as required.
20/5/2022	OCC2814	Bankstown Aerodrome	NSW	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Partial engine failure during a circuit lesson on upwind of R...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Partial engine failure during a circuit lesson on upwind of RWY 29L at 500ft. Whilst conducting circuits the RPM dropped from full power (5600rpm) to 2600rpm for 30 seconds, with the aircraft shaking. The PIC turned back, declared a mayday and landed in the opposite direction on RWY 11C. The oil Ts and Ps were in the green. Aircraft had full fuel with both tanks open. The Aircraft landed safely without incident and the plane was grounded.
19/5/2022	OCC2816	Gawler	SA	Jabiru	J170	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot inadvertently infringed upon the airspace of R234 b...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot inadvertently infringed upon the airspace of R234 by 0.04nm. The FTS responsible for hiring aircraft to pilots has recently fitted FLARMs to all aircraft and undertake retraining for all pilots as required.
13/5/2022	OCC2813	Adelaide Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	J-170C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting solo flight training, the pilot inadvertent...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting solo flight training, the pilot inadvertently infringed upon the airspace of R234. The incident occurred at a height of 2900ft, wherein R234 was 'ACTIVE' and designated LL 1500. The FTS responsbile for hiring aircraft to pilots in this location has implemented fitment of FLARMs to aircraft along with a process of retraining and review of any airspace violations with pilots.
9/5/2022	OCC2804	Lilydale Aerodrome	VIC	Jabiru	UL500	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was parked, shut down, tied down and covers were...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was parked, shut down, tied down and covers were placed over the aircraft. A solar panel was connected to the battery in order to keep the battery charged. Witness noticed the cover was burning and ran out to the aircraft to remove it. The cover was removed from the aircraft and the fire was extinguished.
9/5/2022	OCC2805	Gawler Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	J170C	Jabiru	Gen 3	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Pilot was seen to use runway 05 practicing circuits, and it b...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Pilot was seen to use runway 05 practicing circuits, and it became obvious that they were having difficulties, landing long, in light winds, late go arounds. After about 5 circuits, and noting that the pilot was having some difficulty in putting the aircraft down, a Senior Instructor radioed the pilot and "talked them down" by reminding them to reduce power fully to land. After doing this, the pilot landed normally and taxied back to the hangar. The Senior Instructor spoke to the pilot after the incident and then advised the CFI about the incident. The CFI will review the events and corrective actions with the pilot.
8/5/2022	OCC2807	Temora Aerodrome	NSW	FK Lightplanes	FK9 Mk IV ELA	Rotax	912 S	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On approaching the runway (23) the pilot of the FK9 saw a tug...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On approaching the runway (23) the pilot of the FK9 saw a tug and glider in the distance and believed they were on the grass to the side of the runway. The pilot knew the gliders were operating from about the mid length and in 23 direction. The FK9 pilot called entering and the glider replied that they were to take off in 3 minutes which gave the FK9 time to take off before they rolled. The FK9 is a taildragger so the pilot did not see them over the nose until they were airborne when they judged the safest course was to continue the take-off. The FK9 pilot was surprised to see the glider was on the runway and not the grass. Lack of effective communications between the glider launch operation and the pilot of the FK9 was determined to be a causal factor.
6/5/2022	OCC2801	Stirling Ranges	WA	Elitar	Sigma 4	Rotax	912 ULS	Whilst flying at 4500 ft, the pilot sensed a smell of burning wire and shortly after cabin started t...
Whilst flying at 4500 ft, the pilot sensed a smell of burning wire and shortly after cabin started to fill with smoke. The landing was satisfactory with no injuries or damage to plane. No fire occurred in cabin. As soon as landed all electrical systems and engine were turned off. After the engine stopped the battery was disconnected. The smoke dissipated. The pilot called the airport coordinator at Albany airport and explained what had happened, and they alerted responsive parties including police.