Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
8/12/2020	OCC2219	Coffs Harbour Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J170C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During solo training flight the aircraft had an electrical sy...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During solo training flight the aircraft had an electrical system fail. Jabiru Service Letter JSL021-2 states as below for in-flight over-voltage situation management. 3.3 Inflight overvoltage situation If there is a malfunction of the charging system that causes an overvoltage situation there are steps that can be taken to minimise risks of damage to instruments and charging system. An overvoltage situation does not affect continued operation or the performance of the engine. 1. Reduce rpm until voltage reduces to within limits. Maintain for 5 minutes or as long as possible before increasing power again. (The alternator is a permanent magnet device and its absolute voltage output is proportional to rpm.) 2. Proceed to nearest safe landing area. Manage voltage using rpm as much as possible.
8/12/2020	OCC2216	West Sale Aerodrome	VIC	Jabiru	SP470	Jabiru	2200A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft had flown a local flight and conducted one touc...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft had flown a local flight and conducted one touch and go on runway 27 at West Sale. The wind on the East Sale ATIS was indicating 270 at 8kts and the wind at West Sale was similar but potentially up to 10kts. After one circuit and during the second touch and go, at approx. 30ft with full flap the airspeed rapidly decreased to approx. 50kts and the aircraft nosed forward and impacted the runway on the nose wheel causing the nose wheel to collapse and the tip of the prop to strike the runway. The aircraft was shut down and pushed from the runway. The ARO was contacted and immediately conducted a runway inspection which revealed a small amount of debris from the composite prop. The pilot and passenger were uninjured.
6/12/2020	OCC2221	Sunshine Coast Aerodrome	QLD	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A pilot arriving to Sunshine Coast Airport was requested to m...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A pilot arriving to Sunshine Coast Airport was requested to maintain A015. On arrival into onto the downwind leg the pilot was observed by ATC to be at A011 without clearance. The pilot was then given a visual approach and landed without further incident. The pilot has undergone retraining on the use of controlled airspace and has subsequently complete a passenger endorsement. The procedures as the FTS are also being reviewed to help mitigate a similar incident occurring in the future.
5/12/2020	OCC2222	Jindabyne Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J120-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was taxiing to take off and was back tracking RW...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was taxiing to take off and was back tracking RWY 12. One emu was on the port gable markers and two emus were on the starboard gable markers, all well clear. The single emu attacked aircraft without warning (probably protecting other two emus) The pilot turned the aircraft away from the attacking emu but it ran into the rear of the propellor and was instantly killed. The engine stopped/stalled and the aircraft was towed back to hangar for inspection.
2/12/2020	OCC2217	Yering	VIC	Jabiru	J-160-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Cracking & de-lamination was present at the blade root trans...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Cracking & de-lamination was present at the blade root transition along leading edge following the layup mark, present on both blades.
30/11/2020	OCC2282	Caboolture Airfield	QLD	Tecnam	P92 Echo Super	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Following the purchase of the aircraft, the new owner had co...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Following the purchase of the aircraft, the new owner had concerns regarding logbook records and maintenance.
30/11/2020	OCC2210	Stanley	TAS	Jabiru	SP6	Jabiru	3300A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot conducted an emergency landing in a paddock due to ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot conducted an emergency landing in a paddock due to loss of power. The aircraft landed successfully in a paddock but the nose wheel struck a rock resulting in loss of nose gear and damage to the propeller.
28/11/2020	OCC2208	Cessnock Aerodrome	NSW	Tecnam	P2002 Sierra	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft experienced a loss of control on take-off. The p...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft experienced a loss of control on take-off. The pilot was unable to input right rudder. OUTCOME: Exact cause of accident was unable to be determined. The pilot lost control of aircraft during the take-off phase of flight. This may have been due to gusty conditions at the time of the incident with improper or insufficient rudder input or as a result of a foreign object limiting the moment of the rudder pedals during this stage of flight. The member has conducted further flight training with a qualified instructor.
28/11/2020	OCC2227	Ballina Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J230-D	Jabiru	3300A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: While an A320 was approaching runway 06 to land at Ballina By...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: While an A320 was approaching runway 06 to land at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, a Jabiru J230-D was tracking south toward Evans Head Airport, NSW. About 22 km south-west of Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, the two aircraft's flight paths intersected, with a vertical separation of approximately 600'. The A320 traffic collision avoidance system (TCAS) traffic advisory provided an alert to the A320 crew, however this has been determined to be a separate issue. RAAus members are reminded of the importance of ensuring transponders are calibrated and operating with Alt when in flight and encouraged to review the CASA Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Safe guidance material, in addition to CAAP 166 when operating in an around busy non-controlled airports like Ballina. This occurrence was investigated by the ATSB and further information is available from their website: https://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/investigation_reports/2020/aair/ao-2020-062/
26/11/2020	OCC2209	Bugle Ranges	SA	Brumby	LSA R610	Rotax	912IS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft had 55 litres in one tank and nil in the other a...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft had 55 litres in one tank and nil in the other and both tanks are connected. The pilot had both tanks selected on. When the aircraft banked away from the empty fuel tank air was sucked into the fuel line and got a fuel pressure warning and the engine lost power. The aircraft landed in a paddock. Both Pilot and Manufacturer have subsequently taken actions to ensure further fuel mismanagement does not occur. The manufacturer has published an updated POH to advise a minimum of 10L of fuel must be carried in each wing tank.
25/11/2020	OCC2214	Coominya Aerodrome	QLD	Howard Hughes Engineering	Lightwing GR-912	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The starboard undercarriage bungee suspension failed on landi...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The starboard undercarriage bungee suspension failed on landing. With loss of wheel alignment, the aircraft slewed to starboard and came to rest with the starboard wheel and leg folded under the aircraft.
21/11/2020	OCC2207	Launceston Aerodrome	TAS	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200CC/CI	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: At the conclusion of a dual circuit training, the tower contr...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: At the conclusion of a dual circuit training, the tower controller requested a telephone conversation. During the conversation, the instructor was told that they had conducted one of the circuits in the wrong direction. The non compliance with the airways clearance has been addressed satisfactorily by the CFI and Safety controller for the school. Attention to changes in ATC circuit direction clearances and noting them in flight can assist in mitigating the "expectation bias" than can occur when operating in CTA.
20/11/2020	OCC2205	Caloundra Aerodrome	QLD	TL Ultralight	Sting S4	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a CFI Flight assessment in the Bribie designated trai...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a CFI Flight assessment in the Bribie designated training area the cabin began to fill with white smoke. Both pilots initiated emergency procedures and proceeded to conduct an emergency landing at Caloundra AD. The cabin smoke was focused on the left side and venting was managed as best as possible by both pilots- ongoing checks were conducted for any incapacitation between the pilots and while uncomfortable no deterioration in consciousness occurred. All electrics and comms were lost and it was identified as a probable battery failure as it had been replaced prior to the flight with a temporary borrowed battery. A successful straight in approach was completed on RWY 05 in between aircraft operating on RWY12. At no time was engine power lost but rough running was observed at lower rpms possibly due to air filter damage. Determined Outcome: Inspection revealed the aircraft's Voltage regulator was faulty, charging at 13.8 volts at idle but rising to over 18 volts at full power. This was not a lithium battery compatibility issue. No other systems were found to be damaged as a result of the over voltage.
20/11/2020	OCC2204	Shellharbour Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst taxiing to the runway the right main-wheel tyre defla...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst taxiing to the runway the right main-wheel tyre deflated suddenly. The aircraft was steered in the direction of the deflated tyre until it was clear of the taxiway. On examination of the tyre, the hub-bolts were found to have sheared, but it was not possible to determine whether this was due to the tube failing first, of if the bolts had failed before the tube failed.
20/11/2020	OCC2218	Yering	VIC	Jabiru	J-160-D	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Cracking & de-lamination present at blade root transition alo...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Cracking & de-lamination present at blade root transition along leading edge following layup mark.