Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
11/9/2022	OCC2943	White Gum	WA	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912 ULS	Two pop rivets found missing on top wing skin. Location - on wing rib just forward of main spar; eit...
Two pop rivets found missing on top wing skin. Location - on wing rib just forward of main spar; either side of where the wing strut attaches below.
11/9/2022	OCC2951	Bendigo Airport	VIC	BRM Aero	Bristell SLSA	Rotax	912 ULS 3	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: When the last 100 hourly was conducted, No 1 Cylinder Leak D...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: When the last 100 hourly was conducted, No 1 Cylinder Leak Down, although compliant, was considerably less than the other 3 cylinders. It was later decided to investigate the cause of the lower Leak Down Reading, and new rings and seals were ordered. Upon removal of the Cylinder, it was initially found that the ring gaps in the compression rings lined up. When the L2 attempted to remove the piston rings it was found that the second compression ring was seized in the ring groove of the piston with what appeared to be lead deposits. The lead deposits were cleaned from the Piston, Cylinder Head and Valves, component clearances checked, and the engine was reassembled with new rings and seals. Since Taking delivery of the aircraft at 1727 Hours Total,(immediately after the last 100 Hourly), the aircraft had done only 64 hours when the lower Leak Down result was observed, and whilst being run exclusively on unleaded 98 Ron after delivery to the current owner, it is believed that the aircraft was run exclusively on AvGas by the previous owner. Upon completion of the work, the engine was turned over by hand, and it was noticed that something was rattling inside the Spinner. Investigation revealed part of a large circlip in the Spinner. Further investigation revealed that the circlips in Blades No.1 and No.3 were broken and that approximately one third to just short of one half of those circlips were missing. Inspection revealed that the two broken circlips were of a different type to that in Blade No.2. Inspection of the Logbook revealed that at 1727.0 Hours, the circlip on Blade No.2 as well as all seals on the propeller were replaced. The Aircraft now has a total of 1802.8 Hours. Discussions with Southern Propellers (who did the previous work on the Propeller, including the last overhaul, as well as the replacement of Blade No.2 Circlip) as well as others including Westernport Aviation Services have indicated that there have been numerous incidents of Circlip Failure in MT- 34 Propellers and from the difference in the circlips on the propeller, it appears that an updated Circlip has been fitted to only one blade on the Aircraft.
11/9/2022	OCC2958	Townsville	QLD	Jabiru	J230-D	Jabiru	3300	Fatal Accident involving RAAus member. ATSB are not investigating and therefore Queensland Police ar...
Fatal Accident involving RAAus member. ATSB are not investigating and therefore Queensland Police are responsible for the investigation. RAAus has offered our full support as they conduct their investigation.
8/9/2022	OCC2942	Sunshine Coast Aerodrome	QLD	Aeropro	2K Eurofox	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot conducted a take-off on Runway 13 and shortly afte...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot conducted a take-off on Runway 13 and shortly after becoming airborne, at approx. 50-100' AGL, they noticed the right main wheel appear to be retracting under the aircraft, presumably due the aerodynamic pressure the tyre was exerting on the gear leg, after it started to shear off the stub axle. Moments thereafter the right main wheel departed at which point the pilot declared a Mayday and continued a left circuit on Runway 13 and advised they would be conducting a forced landing on the grass north inside the runway gable markers. The pilot briefed the passenger assuring all would be ok and requested they brace themself by grasping one of the overhead frame components to prevent possible head injury. The pilot conducted a short field approach to reduce speed as much as safely possible and proceeded to land on the left main wheel with a left crosswind, holding left aileron input, ultimately on the aileron stop as energy dissipated and the right wing lowered. The right main gear leg contacted the ground causing the aircraft to spin 180 degrees at which point the leading outer edge of the left wing contacted the ground, the aircraft tipped forward resulting in a prop strike and came to rest after falling back on the fuselage. Pilot and passenger exited via the right side door, due the passenger door being jammed after impact, after shutting down the electrical and fuel systems.
2/9/2022	OCC2968	Wagga Wagga Aerodrome	NSW	Aeropro	3K Eurofox	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Having confused the runway directions at Wagga Wagga, the pi...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Having confused the runway directions at Wagga Wagga, the pilot thought they were flying a circuit for runway 23 but was actually established for runway 05. The main traffic at the airport was on RWY 23. On final approach the pilot observed another aircraft take off in the other direction, so the pilot completed a go-around. The pilot climbed overhead and departed to the north to recompose and join circuit correctly for runway 23. The pilot then landed and had a personal debrief to determine how they got the direction wrong.
29/8/2022	OCC2923	Caboolture	QLD	Tecnam	P92 Echo S	Rotax	912 ULS	Ordered parts from the manufacturer and found parts or critical systems with varying tolerances.
28/8/2022	OCC2921	Aldinga Aerodrome	SA	Evektor	Harmony	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting circuit training with a student, in a 15-2...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting circuit training with a student, in a 15-20 knot northerly wind, and during the approach to land, the student initiated a late flare which resulted in a bounce. Due to in cockpit confusion and combined inputs from the student and instructor, the aircraft drifted to the left on go-around, and the left wingtip impacted the crop adjacent the runway. The combined imputs by the student and instructor (applications of power with rudder and incorrect aileron to correct the wing drop) resulted in a loss of control of the aircraft and the aircraft coming to rest upright in the crop. The aircraft was badly damaged, but the student and instructor were not seriously injured. Pilots and instructors are reminded of the prevelance of Loss of Control and encouraged to review the video series produced by RAAus https://www.raa.asn.au/our-organisation/safety/loss-of-control/
27/8/2022	OCC2925	Cosgrove	VIC	Jabiru	J200-B	Jabiru	3300	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Climbed to 2,500 feet and once level, the engine started to ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Climbed to 2,500 feet and once level, the engine started to run rough and stopped, then as the pilot descended to make a forced landing the engine started and stopped a couple of times during descent. The pilot landed safely in a grassed open paddock and subsequently realised they had not considered using carburettor heat during the glide to land. Pilots are reminded of the importance of regularly practicing emergency checks, and using these checks in the event of a genuine emergency, particularly when there is visible moisture (clouds).
21/8/2022	OCC2928	Portland Aerodrome	VIC	Avid Flyer	Mk IV	Rotax	582 UL DCDI	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Taking off on runway 26 the aircraft was subjected to a stron...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Taking off on runway 26 the aircraft was subjected to a strong crosswind gust later confirmed via aerodrome observations to be about 20 knots. This raised the starboard wing to such an extent control was lost and a ground loop occurred. During the 180 degree sharp turn the starboard main gear collapsed causing the wingtip to hit the ground.
20/8/2022	OCC2919	Caboolture	QLD	Rainbow SkyReach	Cheetah XLS (Bushcat)	Rotax	912 ULS	During pre-flight, the windscreen skylight was found to have multiple rivets pulled out of the scree...
During pre-flight, the windscreen skylight was found to have multiple rivets pulled out of the screen.
19/8/2022	OCC2927	Mount Tamborine	QLD	Tecnam	P2004 Bravo	Rotax	912 ULS	During flight the aircraft engine ran rough for approx. 20 seconds. The engine then ran smoothly all...
During flight the aircraft engine ran rough for approx. 20 seconds. The engine then ran smoothly all the way back to Southport Mason Field. On subsequent flights engine has run smoothly.
9/8/2022	OCC2905	Port Pirie Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	J160-D	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst completing T&G's with a student they were on CCT #3 a...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst completing T&G's with a student they were on CCT #3 and as the student pulled carb heat to on the handle came out. It looks like the carb heat wire has snapped. A/C has been grounded by us until fixed.
9/8/2022	OCC2913	Salt Creek	SA	Evektor	Sportstar	Rotax	912 ULS	Whilst cruising direct from YKIG to YADG at 6500ft, when the CHT gauge started to increase rapidly. ...
Whilst cruising direct from YKIG to YADG at 6500ft, when the CHT gauge started to increase rapidly. The pilot put the aircraft into a descent and turned towards YSCK (Salt Creek). The CHT would reduce it's reading and increase its reading when the pilot applied power. The pilot called MEL centre on 125.3 and declared a Pan Pan. This was not heard, but a nearby RFD flight relayed the call. The RFD flight had them switch to guard 121.5 and commenced relaying information from centre to them. They passed on the pilots phone number and centre then called the pilot directly. At about 2500ft, the CHT started behaving normally and as they had not seen any increase in oil temp or pressure elected to continue to YADG. Centre placed a watch on them and called them when they were safely back on the ground at YADG.
7/8/2022	OCC2909	Archerfield Aerodrome	QLD	Aeropro	3K Eurofox	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was departing Archerfield (YBAF). On first cont...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was departing Archerfield (YBAF). On first contact with the YBAF ground controller the pilot advised of a planned standard Northern departure tracking via Walter Taylor Bridge. Normal take-off. Overhead Walter Taylor Bridge, YBAF Tower advised that the RAAF Roulette aircraft have departed Amberley for a display over the city and will operate outside controlled airspace (OCTA) for the next 10 minute. The pilot acknowledged this and continued on the planned flight route. The YBAF tower advised the pilot a short time later, that the Roulettes will be transiting in the next 7-8 minutes OCTA for a display north of the pilots present position over the city. The pilot continued with standard northern departure as listed in ERSA and attempted to sight and remain clear of advised Roulette traffic, and switched to Brisbane Centre frequency once clear of YBAF Class D airspace. The pilot sighted a helicopter about 2NM miles west of his current position hovering north of Mt Cootha. A few seconds after switching frequencies, the Brisbane Centre controller called and advised the pilot they were within a TRA and suggested continuing northbound to exit. Unaware of breach of the TRA, the pilot confirmed a northern track was the quickest route to exit. On return to YBAF, the pilot attempted to remain clear of the TRA, so turned west, then southbound to track west of TVT for a northern arrival into YBAF. On first contact with YBAF tower for a full stop landing, the pilot confirmed the standard arrival via Centenary Bridge that would keep the aircraft clear of the TRA. RAAus summary: The pilot and CFI of the Flight Training School were contacted in relation to this incident. The pilot involved in this incident was commended for his self report regarding this incident. The pilot confirmed that he had read the local NOTAM's but had failed to check the area NOTAM's which listed the Roulettes Display. The pilot and CFI were reminded to check both NOTMAS in future and to put a procedure in place to ensure compliance and to prevent future occurrences.
5/8/2022	OCC2902	Orange Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J160-C	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The Jabiru was conducting a dual training flight. Shortly af...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The Jabiru was conducting a dual training flight. Shortly after conducting pre-flight checks the Jabiru announced its intentions to enter and back runway 29, Jabiru backtracked the full length of the runway (which took approximately 3-4 minutes). As Jabiru lined up runway 29 (prior to making a "rolling" call) a Link Airways SAAB announced its intentions to enter and backtrack runway 29. Jabiru immediately advised SAAB of their position and their intentions to hold on the runway 29 threshold until SAAB vacated the runway. Initially, SAAB had difficulty communicating with Jabiru due to line of sight limitations, but after a subsequent transmission, SAAB turned around and vacated the RWY without any further incident.