Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
23/1/2022	OCC2697	Latrobe Regional Aerodrome	VIC	Jabiru	J230	Jabiru	3300	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst flying at 2500ft the pilot heard a small noise followe...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst flying at 2500ft the pilot heard a small noise followed by nil oil pressure and high oil temperature. The pilot closed down the engine and made a normal landing after a glide approach. It was identified that the occurrence was as a result of failure of the front oil seal.
20/1/2022	OCC2690	Bankstown Aerodrome	NSW	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912-ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Before take-off checks were conducted and all were satisfact...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Before take-off checks were conducted and all were satisfactory. At approx. 100ft after take-off on the fifth circuit, a reduction in power 100-200RPM was noticed. The PIC decided to abort the take-off and land on the remaining runway for further diagnosis. After returning to the run-up bay and switches check, the aircraft was within tolerance. The aircraft has been grounded until further inspection by L2.
19/1/2022	OCC2688	Canberra Aerodrome	ACT	BRM Aero	Bristell S-LSA	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The engine began to run rough and a significant drop in power...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The engine began to run rough and a significant drop in power occurred whilst in Barton training area with aircraft situated near Murrumbateman township. Initially the aircraft began to vibrate with the severity of vibration increasing rapidly over a period of 10-15 seconds. The engine indicated normal manifold pressure reading and RPM however the severe vibration was felt through the aircraft and an exhaust smell was evident. Reducing power helped the problem to a small degree but the aircraft could not maintain altitude unless high power setting was applied and aircraft could only maintain altitude at 65-70 KIAS well short of standard 100KIAS speed. PIC called PAN-PAN and ATC helped to guide aircraft toward Hall air strip. Enroute to Hall - Oil temperature was observed near the maximum acceptable range and indicated at the top of yellow strip. The pilot elected to maintain power setting as high as possible and attempt to gain altitude anticipating that engine may soon have a complete failure. However, the pilot was unable to sight the strip and was unfamiliar due to it being private and having never previously visually identifying it. ATC helped guide the pilot decision making by informing that YSCB was next closest with Canberra racecourse a possibility to land in enroute if required. The engine vibration then settled and at a reduced speed of 65-70kt and the pilot was able to return and make a landing successfully on RWY17 at YSCB. Engine has been inspected by the manufacturer and could not determine a fault. The aircraft owner will implement a boroscope inspection at 50 hourly intervals to monitor the cylinder condition.
16/1/2022	OCC2685	Devonport Aerodrome	TAS	Jabiru	J/120B	jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting circuits at Devonport Airport, the aircraf...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting circuits at Devonport Airport, the aircraft turned downwind and struck a seagull with the propellor. The wooden propellor broke from the aircraft, the pilot immediately reduced power and switches off. The aircraft easily glided back to the runway and landed. Determined Outcome: In-flight separation of the propeller occurred as a result of fracture of the propeller bolts. Notwithstanding the reported bird strike, the propeller bolts showed extensive fatigue crack propagation. The extent of cracking was such that the propeller could also have separated without an external influence, or would have separated with continued operation. The propeller washers were not installed in accordance with the maintenance manual, which may have contributed to accelerated wear and subsequent cracking of the bolts.
16/1/2022	OCC2691	Caboolture	QLD	Tecnam	P92-S Echo	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The lower right hand chrome moly tubing showing evidence of ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The lower right hand chrome moly tubing showing evidence of excessive corrosion resulting with the integrity of the frame being compromised. The corrosion is evident inside the exposed tubular longerons and has rusted from the inside-out.
15/1/2022	OCC2686	Clifton Aerodrome	QLD	FK Lightplanes	FK14B2 Polaris	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Windshear on short final resulted in a heavy landing of the a...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Windshear on short final resulted in a heavy landing of the aircraft. Members are reminded of the importance of monitoring local conditions and assessing the potential for windshear and other turbulence on short final.
15/1/2022	OCC2696	Heck Field Aerodrome	QLD	Jabiru	J200	Jabiru	3300	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft is being repaired and did not have wings attache...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft is being repaired and did not have wings attached at the time. The aircraft was positioned into the wind and towards a V drain about 30 meters away to conduct an engine start-up to circulate the engine oil with the intention to run at idle only. It should be noted this is not a recommended procedure by the aircraft manufacturer, with the recommendation being to use inhibiting oil to prevent cylinder deterioration. The pilot had used a checklist to ensure the aircraft was configured correctly for start, however the pilot may have knocked the throttle while entering the aircraft. When the starter button was activated the engine fired instantly, went to 75% power, overrode the parking brake and proceeded into the V drain. Substantial damage to the aircraft nose wheel assembly and propeller was sustained as a result. The owner will conduct all actions required subsequent to a propeller strike, prior to repairing and returning to flight status.
15/1/2022	OCC2684	Port Macquarie Aerodrome	NSW	Sonex	Sonex	Jabiru	3300A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft experienced an engine failure after take off. Fu...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft experienced an engine failure after take off. Further inspection revealed that the occurrence was as a result of the flywheel bolts which had become loose.
14/1/2022	OCC2915	Gympie Aerodrome	QLD	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The upper engine cowling fastener was not secured and the c...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The upper engine cowling fastener was not secured and the cowling flexed while in flight, impacting the boss of the propellor. This occurred at 500ft AGL on initial climb out, during a training flight. The SI took over and the aircraft was landed safely. Subsequent review indicated the standard process was for the pilot to slide a hand inside the air vent to support the bottom cowling which ensured the fastener was secured in the catch.
13/1/2022	OCC2682	Tyabb Aerodrome	VIC	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During dual instructional touch and goes, the student lost di...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During dual instructional touch and goes, the student lost directional control, first to the left then to the right. The instructor took over however, couldn’t recover the directional control. When the instructor realised it would not climb they reduced power to idle and brought the aircraft into the paddock to the right, it cartwheeled once on touching down in the paddock and came to a halt on its roof, upside down.
13/1/2022	OCC2681	Lismore	NSW	Jabiru	J-170C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a dual flight with a student, a taxi call (with intent...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a dual flight with a student, a taxi call (with intentions to depart to the SW) and entering back-tracking call were made for runway 15 at Lismore. Shortly after take-off on runway 15, (passing through approx. 300-400ft AGL) an inbound call was heard from a Foxbat aircraft, stating they were inbound from the south-west at 1000ft. Believing no conflict existed, the training aircraft continued climbing on runway heading (150 degrees) with intentions to reach 1500ft and/or 3nm prior to departing from upwind to the south-west by a right turn. Upon reaching 3nm from Lismore, passing through 1300ft, a departure call was made stating they were "departing off upwind runway 15, passing through 1300ft, on climb to 1500ft and shortly tracking to the south-west". Shortly after this call, and passing 1400ft, the start of another radio call was heard from the Foxbat, prior to the training aircraft seeing the Foxbat directly ahead and below the nose, breaking off into a right hand turn to avoid them. It is estimated there was approximately 300-400ft vertical separation (based on the Foxbat reporting inbound at 1000ft), and the Foxbat passed down the left side and below. No collision or damage occurred. Pilots are reminded of the critical importance of alerted see and avoid and for broadcasts to contain accurate position and height information, particularly at busy non-controlled airports.
12/1/2022	OCC2680	Caboolture	QLD	Rainbow SkyReach	Cheetah XLS (Bushcat)	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During pre-flight it was noted that where the elevator cable...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During pre-flight it was noted that where the elevator cable exits the empennage near the horizontal stabilizer, the aircraft skin has rubbed the protective coating from the cable exposing the strands. Nil strands damaged at this stage
11/1/2022	OCC2683	Launceston Aerodrome	TAS	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	Gen 4	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Carbon monoxide (CO) was indicated in the cockpit. The aircra...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Carbon monoxide (CO) was indicated in the cockpit. The aircraft was fitted with a card CO detector on the instrument panel which was noticed by the flight crew to discolour. A crew member experience symptoms consistent with elevated levels of CO exposure. There was no report of any new act intervening which might cause an abnormal presence of CO in the cockpit and there was no previous history of CO ingress into the cockpit. Further inspection revealed that a missing rear fairing screw was allowing carbon monoxide to enter the cockpit. The screw was replaced and issue resolved. Pilots and aircraft owners are reminded that the presence of carbon monoxide within the cockpit may result in pilot/passenger incapacitation. Fitment of electronic carbon monoxide detectors are strongly recommended and available from the RAAus shop. More information on the dangers of carbon monoxide are available from the ATSB and CASA websites.
11/1/2022	OCC2776	Caboolture	QLD	Tecnam	P92 Echo S	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The lower longerons for the aircraft frame showed signs of co...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The lower longerons for the aircraft frame showed signs of corrosion
10/1/2022	OCC2677	Bendigo Aerodrome	VIC	Jabiru	SP500	Jabiru	3300	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The Jabiru was taxiing for departure from runway 36. There we...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The Jabiru was taxiing for departure from runway 36. There were three other aircraft in vicinity. A twin aircraft was lined up runway 36, a Cessna 172 just landed and exiting, another Cessna 172 in run up bay. It took approx. 6-7mins to taxi to holding point on runway 35. The Jabiru pilot had confirmed their radio was working as they had asked the Cessna how much longer before they would be departing. There had been no other calls on frequency. The Jabiru pilot called entering 35 for departure to the east. As they lined up a twin aircraft overflew and went around. The twin aircraft must have been on short final when the Jabiru entered runway. The Jabiru pilot didn’t see them, and they didn’t call the Jabiru when it entered and they saw there was going to be a conflict. The Jabiru departed without further incident. Pilots are reminded of the critical need for alerted see and avoid, particularly at busy non-controlled airports