Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
17/10/2019	OCC1840	Sunshine Coast Aerodrome	QLD	Flight Design	CTLS	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot was tracking northbound coastal from Caloundra to N...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot was tracking northbound coastal from Caloundra to Noosa Heads. Clearance was obtained to track via the coastal route at 1500 ft. The pilot was instructed to advise YBSU tower when clear of controlled airspace. The pilot thought controlled airspace extended to Noosa Heads, but it actually ended at the CTA boundary. The pilot was advised by YBSU Tower that they had been detected clear of controlled airspace and that frequency change was approved. The pilot acknowledged, checked location on VTC, noted that they were still under the Class D 1500-4500 step, and commenced a left turn to clear the control step. The pilot commenced a climb but failed to confirm that they were over land and clear of the control step before doing so. The pilot therefore entered Class D airspace for a short period without clearance. ATC advised the aircraft had climbed to 1900' AMSL prior to boundary. The pilot undertook remedial training with a CFI to ensure understanding of controlled airspace assessment and avoidance was clear.
13/10/2019	OCC1830	Bendigo Aerodrome	VIC	Tecnam	P92 Echo Super	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst returning the aircraft to the hangar manually/pushing ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst returning the aircraft to the hangar manually/pushing back, the outer trailing edge of left wing impacted hangar door. When moving aircraft it is essential to maintain awareness of surroundings.
12/10/2019	OCC1837	Mia Mia	VIC	I C P	Savannah	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Approximately 30 minutes into a flight the low fuel light ill...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Approximately 30 minutes into a flight the low fuel light illuminated. The pilot was concerned about a possible partial or full loss of engine power whilst over forested and hilly terrain approximately 11 nm ahead of the aircraft's position. As the pilot could not accurately estimate when a loss of engine power might occur a precautionary landing was initiated. The pilot assessed the open grassed paddocks around them and noted considerable rocks visible on the surface. A local road was very close by and the pilot made a short overfly, could not identify any overhead power or communications cable and could not sight any vehicles or moving objects on the section of sealed road. During the flare, the aircraft bounced causing the starboard wing tip to strike the grass verge and the propeller to strike the unsealed shoulder. The aircraft settled on the road and whilst slowing under hard braking, the outer portion of the port wing struck a road sign. the pilot immediately isolated electrical power, checked for any approaching traffic then moved the aircraft to a nearby property. When the aircraft was recovered, approx. 17 litres of fuel was drained from the aircraft. The fuel system was cleaned and hoses replaced. After a further 100 hours of operation no further issues have been observed. The pilot has completed remedial training regarding fuel management as this is the second fuel related event.
12/10/2019	OCC1829	Bankstown Aerodrome	NSW	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The Instructor could smell something burning during the take-...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The Instructor could smell something burning during the take-off phase. They thought this to be normal as sometimes oil drips on the oil reservoir from checking oil quantity. The smell disappeared then re-appeared midway from YSBK – PSP. The Instructor noticed oil leaking onto the students’ window and the cabin started to full up with white smoke, so they then turned to PSP and returned for an uneventful landing. Remote mounted oil tank, lower return line found loose and leaking oil. Line torqued and defect rectified
11/10/2019	OCC1852	Bendigo Aerodrome	VIC	Jabiru	SP500	Jabiru	3300	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst taxiing to the hangar the pilot took the wrong taxiway...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst taxiing to the hangar the pilot took the wrong taxiway turn, no signs or double lines were crossed. A ditch on the right side of the narrow gravel taxiway was not seen from the left seat position until curving to right to perform counter clockwise back track turn. The nose wheel skidded and would not turn due to Query weather cocking with wind gust as the aircraft passed out from behind the hangar. The pilot applied the brakes to no avail, resulting in the ditch being unavoidable. The pilot tried to steer to avoid wing strike, the starboard wheel entered the ditch and the aircraft rotated and stopped before magnetos could be turned off which led to a light prop strike with minor damage to propeller tip and minor undercarriage damage.
7/10/2019	OCC1833	Sunshine Coast	QLD	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The Instructor was flying with a student conducting an initia...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The Instructor was flying with a student conducting an initial circuit lesson in Class D airspace. The traffic was quite heavy at that time within the airspace. On one of the touch and goes the Instructor and student conducted a right hand circuit, however the ATC instruction was to climb straight ahead. This error was attributed to the high workload inside the cockpit at the time with the student. ATC did not advise of the error until the downwind call was made. The Instructor and student were told to conduct an orbit which was followed by an uneventful approach on their behalf. As a result the Instructor has reviewed when and how these lessons are conducted, recommending a change to the time lessons are scheduled to ensure student and Instructor workload is managed appropriately.
6/10/2019	OCC1827	Bankstown Aerodrome	NSW	BRM Aero	Bristell S-LSA	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a dual training flight, on final approach the aircraft...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a dual training flight, on final approach the aircraft was below the appropriate profile which led to an excessive flare and ballooning. The decision to go around was left later than expected by the student, resulting in low airspeed and minimum control despite application of full power. A right crosswind drifted the aircraft left, the left wing dropped and came in contact with the ground. Full control was then restored and a go around was performed. This accident represents another Loss of Control (LOC) event in the low airspeed environment. This is an area where instructor control management, early recognition and responses are critical to prevent unsafe flight outcomes. Focus on these areas in dual training will ensure robust situational awareness and decision making are developed by pilots in their early development. RAAus reviewed Instructor responsibilities and intervention strategies with the school CFI and RAAus resources were provided including "Control Management for Instructors" presentation. The CFI will incorporate these resources into development training for all instructors to reduce further training incidents.
4/10/2019	OCC1832	Sunshine Coast Aerodrome	QLD	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During solo flight training the aircraft suffered a nose whee...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During solo flight training the aircraft suffered a nose wheel collapse.
3/10/2019	OCC1825	Jandakot Aerodrome	WA	Evektor	Sportstar Plus	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During solo consolidation, after a successful touch and go an...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During solo consolidation, after a successful touch and go and a full stop landing, the student lost directional control and exited the runway onto the grass. They maintained control and got back onto the runway to then exit to a Taxiway. RAAus has investigated this and other accidents reported at this school and determined the CFI has enacted appropriate remedial training and solo supervision processes in an effort to prevent any future recurrences.
3/10/2019	OCC1831	Gympie Aerodrome	QLD	Jabiru	UL500	Jabiru	2200 Gen 1 Water Cooled	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After approx. 30mins of flying the engine suddenly began to v...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After approx. 30mins of flying the engine suddenly began to vibrate and lost partial power, application of carb heat and other troubleshoot checks failed to rectify the problem. A turn was made towards the nearby airfield and forced landing opportunities assessed. After about 30 secs engine operation returned to normal. The pilot positioned for a high glide approach at the airfield. The engine again ran rough with some RPM loss but continued to produce appreciable power. From CHT indications it appeared that number 3 cylinder was not firing. This was confirmed after landing by physically feeling all cylinder heads and noting that No 3 was much cooler than the others. The cause of the failure was not readily evident.
2/10/2019	OCC1834	Sunshine Coast Aerodrome	QLD	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting dual circuits at YBSU on RWY 18 during CTAF...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting dual circuits at YBSU on RWY 18 during CTAF hours, following a touch and go by the Sling, a SAAB 340 broadcast that it was taxiing for departure. The Sling offered to extend left downwind RWY 18 to enable the SAAB to backtrack, which was acknowledged by the SAAB. Further calls were made on the CTAF by the SAAB when entering and backtracking, the Sling PIC believed that the SAAB intended to use RWY 18. The Sling continued downwind and the Instructor was unable to keep the SAAB in sight during backtrack due to restricted visibility to the left when sitting in the right-hand seat. The Instructor advised the student to continue downwind and turn base as appropriate to maintain separation from the SAAB. The Sling commenced a turn onto base at approximately 2nm from the aerodrome reference point. As the aircraft was rolled into the base turn the Instructor conducted a lookout for the SAAB and observed it commencing a take-off roll on RWY 36 with a tail wind, simultaneously the SAAB made a broadcast rolling for a left turn. The Sling Instructor informed the student to make a right turn away from the airfield and to continue the right turn to establish early right downwind RWY 36. The student promptly complied and the Instructor did not need to take over control of the aircraft. As the aircraft turned through HDG 045 the PIC sighted the SAAB rotating off RWY 36 and determined there was no further threat. At no time did the Sling cross the extended centreline of RWY 36. The Sling continued downwind RWY 36 until passing abeam SAAB at 1000ft AMSL, then re-joined final for RWY 18 and completed a normal landing.
30/9/2019	OCC2215	Tooradin Aerodrome	VIC	Fly Synthesis	Texan TC	Rotax	912S	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During taxi, the aircraft's right wingtip made contact with ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During taxi, the aircraft's right wingtip made contact with a stationary rubbish bin. The pilot has noted that distraction was a factor in this incident due to interaction with a student. They have acknowledged the need for more careful assessment of surrounding environment to avoid a repeat event.
29/9/2019	OCC1875	Kalba	QLD	Tecnam	P96 Golf	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot encroached on the controlled airspace of Amberley A...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot encroached on the controlled airspace of Amberley Air base by flying at 3300 AMSL. The pilot misread the chart and flew at 3500' instead of 2500'. On becoming aware of the mistake they immediately turned South (away from Amberley) and descended to the correct level. On landing the pilot contacted Amberley Duty Officer and discussed and provided their details to them for further reference. The pilot was also debriefed by the local CFI to ensure no repeat of the error.
29/9/2019	OCC1821	Coffs Harbour Aerodrome	NSW	Aeroprakt	A32 Vixxen	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot had flown the aircraft for 50mins conducting circui...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot had flown the aircraft for 50mins conducting circuits and had previously performed 5 touch and go landings without any issues or concerns. On the 6th circuit landing the nose wheel collapsed. The Aeroprakt factory has recently revised the design of the nose leg fork pivot bracket to reduce the likelihood of seizure. New aircraft orders include the revised design and are supplying these for existing aircraft as and when requested by owners/maintainers. However, the maintenance requirements and pre-flight inspections remain the same.
27/9/2019	OCC1819	Bendigo Airport	VIC	Jabiru	J160 C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: Outer Passenger side flap drive arm found to have cra...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: Outer Passenger side flap drive arm found to have cracked through on one side of the fork during 100Hr/Annual inspection. Arm exhibits sign's of over tightening at some stage during its life cycle. This in turn leads to fatigue cracking and corrosion over time.