Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
30/10/2020	OCC2186	Caboolture Aerodrome	QLD	Aeropro	2K Eurofox	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A pilot was queued as # 2 for takeoff on a runway and the air...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A pilot was queued as # 2 for takeoff on a runway and the aircraft lined up ahead transmitted to the effect that he intended to do a “turn back” after takeoff and requested if the other pilot wanted to go or would they wait. The pilot lined up as #2 replied indicating they would hold until whatever the other aircraft was doing was complete. The first aircraft took off normally and shortly after turning close cross-wind, commenced a turn back towards the field. A transmission was made indicating the aircraft was turning back and intended to land in the reciprocal direction after which a touch and go on that runway would be performed. Once the touch and go was complete, the pilot of the second aircraft lined up and departed. RAAus reminds members of the dangers of a turn back at low altitude, even while conducting simulation of engine failures and that operations at non-controlled aerodromes must be conducted with consideration of other airport users. CAAP 166 -01(4) provides guidance as to the conduct of engine failure simulation and appropriate airport circuit procedures and that all flights must be conducted to ensure safe management of aircraft at all times. The pilot of the aircraft has been reminded of their responsibilities to avoid potential conflicting operations at the airport, which is a high activity airport.
28/10/2020	OCC2176	Port Macquarie	NSW	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During flight, the electric trim wound fully nose up and coul...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During flight, the electric trim wound fully nose up and could only be overpowered with the strength of both hands. The trim could only be centralised by using the buttons on the passengers control stick. The trim attempted to wind fully nose up at least half a dozen times in the next half hour. Review identified that the cause of the trim change was likely due to the passenger resting a clipboard on the control stick activating the trim button.
28/10/2020	OCC2174	Stawell	VIC	Tecnam	Eaglet	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On removing battery for charging it was found that the positi...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On removing battery for charging it was found that the positive battery cable had been chaffing on the battery box compartment which is aluminium and attached to the main airframe. It had worn almost to the bare wire and the aircraft has only flown 20 hours since new. This information was forwarded to the Australian agent and no similar cases have been identified.
25/10/2020	OCC2170	Caboolture Aerodrome	QLD	Cessna	140	Continental	0-200A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot was conducting circuits in a tailwheel building con...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot was conducting circuits in a tailwheel building confidence as a new tailwheel pilot. On take-off from one of the circuits the pilot realised they would not have enough room to clear trees at the end of the runway and elected to land. The pilot braked too hard and the aircraft flipped over on its back and was written off. The pilot suffered only minor scratches and bruise and is undergoing remedial training prior to flying in command again. Flight Operations mentored the pilot on decision making and the use of go around points.
24/10/2020	OCC2189	Armidale Aerodrome	NSW	I C P	Savannah S	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A strong wind event moved the aircraft that had been tied dow...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A strong wind event moved the aircraft that had been tied down.
23/10/2020	OCC2179	Caboolture	QLD	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The cockpit throttle lever stops do not provide full travel n...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The cockpit throttle lever stops do not provide full travel necessary to achieve normal idle speed and full power. New throttle cables supplied by the manufacturer had been fitted to the aircraft. During setting up of the carburettors IAW Rotax 912 MM, it became apparent that full power could not be achieved after the idle speed had been set correctly. Consequently, if the throttle cables were adjusted to allow full power setting at the carburettors, then the idle speed was excessively high.
19/10/2020	OCC2160	Parkes Aerodrome	NSW	Aero Sport	Aeropup	Rotax	912IS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was prepared for 30 mins of circuits with owner....
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was prepared for 30 mins of circuits with owner. The first dual landing of the day was a firm touchdown where the left side tension rod on the undercarriage pulled out of the tube causing the leg to collapse. The aircraft swung off the runway onto the grass on the left wing tip.
19/10/2020	OCC2166	Tarago	NSW	Skyfox Aviation	CA25N Gazelle	Rotax	912A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a solo navigation exercise, the student became unsure ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a solo navigation exercise, the student became unsure of their position and conducted a precautionary landing in a field. The student is commended for their decision making, ensuring the aircraft was safely landed at a known location and student was safe. A debrief was conducted and the situation was discussed for learning opportunities and any future flights.
17/10/2020	OCC2169	Ballina Aerodrome	NSW	Howard Hughes Engineering	LightWing GR-532	Jabiru	2200A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot of a Lightwing was flying from Evans Head and was i...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot of a Lightwing was flying from Evans Head and was inbound to Ballina for Runway 06. At the start of base leg, they heard the CA/GRO call a TBM aircraft several times as it entered the runway to depart. The pilot heard no response from the TBM. CA/GRO alerted the Lightwing to the TBM departing. The pilot believes the separation was adequate because they were alerted to their presence and they could also see the TBM. Pilots are reminded to ensure the correct frequency is selected, which ensures clear communications as outlined in CAAP 166
17/10/2020	OCC2180	Hidden Valley station	NT	ICP	Savannah S	Rotax	912S	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The left wing stalled and the aircraft went into a spinning d...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The left wing stalled and the aircraft went into a spinning dive from 500ft AGL. The pilot struggled to regain control and by time of recovery the aircraft was below tree line with the left wing down. The pilot aimed for gap in trees, however the left wing impacted the ground and tree. The tail section tore off on another tree. Review of this occurrence identified that the pilot was inspecting cattle on the ground at the time of the occurrence. Pilots are reminded of the importance of avoiding distraction as this occurrence could have resulted in a fatal outcome. Pilots conducting inspection work on farms, utility, mustering or spotting operations are encouraged to complete a utility endorsement and additional training to equip them with the required skills to perform these functions safely.
16/10/2020	OCC2161	Bankstown Aerodrome	NSW	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A hard landing was experienced during dual Circuit lesson.
15/10/2020	OCC2156	Emerald Aerodrome	QLD	Jabiru	J230-D	Jabiru	3300A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst reducing power and raising the nose slightly to mainta...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst reducing power and raising the nose slightly to maintain altitude and slow down to be within flap extension speed on late downwind in the circuit, the engine rpm reduced to low idle and the engine stopped. Downwind pre landing checks had just been carried out on joining the circuit downwind. The fuel boost pump was operating and the magneto switches were both on. Engine temps and pressures were normal and approx. 50 litres of fuel were remaining balanced evenly in each tank. The main fuel tap was on where it had remained the entire flight. A successful restart was carried out followed by an uneventful landing at Emerald Airport. After taxiing back to the hangar the engine rpm dropped to 650 rpm at idle, was running rough and was about to stop again before it was shut down. On further inspection by an RAAus L2 maintainer, the coil gap on one of the distributor’s was found to be just touching, therefore affecting the spark.
15/10/2020	OCC2162	Wellwood Station	NSW	American Legend	AL18 Super Cub	Lycoming	YO-233-B2A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On arrival to the airstrip, the pilot overflew at 1000' for a...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On arrival to the airstrip, the pilot overflew at 1000' for assessment of the site and elected to reverse direction for an additional overflight to allow for identification of surrounding hazards and escape routes. He also noted markers to aid in conduct of "the circuit" at the property which as unfamiliar to him. The pilot advised the ground crew of intended "touch and go" and lined up or a "normal" headwind landing on a hard packed 400 metre landing area to "test" and get a feel for the strip. The aircraft landed uneventfully, powered up and took off to do another circuit noting the wind direction variation occurring at tree top height but was manageable. The aircraft lined up for a second landing, intending to come to a complete stop. The aircraft landed with minimum of issues (slight single bounce but not unexpected for a large tyred bush plane. During the roll out phase of the landing, the wind went from a steady 10kt headwind (easterly) to a gusting 25kt northerly when the aircraft had the least amount of control surface effects. The aircraft was forced to the right and the left wing was lifted even with full aileron, rudder and elevator deflection. The ground loop commenced whilst at the same time the tail lifted causing a prop strike and further rotating the aircraft around the pitch axis and flipping the aircraft onto it's back, coming to a rest on its rudder and wings. The pilot has committed to completing retraining once the aircraft is repaired, however an additional factor is the difference in undercarriage and resulting response to "bounces". The pilot trained in the same type of aircraft, however the undercarriage of the accident aircraft used large bush tyres and bungy style dampening. Pilots are reminded of the need for type training and proficiency in aircraft differences as outlined in RAAP 1 Type Training, available on the RAAus website.https://www.raa.asn.au/storage/raap-1.pdf
13/10/2020	OCC2165	Lilydale Airport	VIC	Jabiru	J160D	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Both composite propeller blades were found to be cracked/de-l...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Both composite propeller blades were found to be cracked/de-laminated.
12/10/2020	OCC2153	Caboolture	QLD	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft logbook indicates that the aircraft had a 5 yea...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft logbook indicates that the aircraft had a 5 year rubbers change Jan 2017. During a routine inspection of the carbs, the carburetor diaphragms (left and right) were found to be deformed. The outer and inner diameters of the rubber diaphragm appeared to be slightly too large, preventing the diaphragm from fitting correctly around the housing and under the retaining ring. The rubber 'felt' as if it was thinner than it should have been. It is possible that these rubber diaphragms may have been non genuine parts.