Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
29/3/2020	OCC1987	Temora Aerodrome	NSW	Howard Hughes Engineering	LightWing GR-912	Rotax	912	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was landed on the main wheels on the dirt strip....
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft was landed on the main wheels on the dirt strip. The aircraft was held with positive forward pressure and some left aileron control to hold wing into wind down. As the airspeed dropped, the tail wheel gently descended to the ground, right at the moment the aircraft crossed over the bitumen runway 36/18. The right wheel (into wind) lifted off the ground slightly and the aircraft ground looped without contact of wing or propeller. The pilot was interviewed and confirmed that he was too relaxed in his technique as the aircraft came to rest in the 3 -point attitude. Increasing cross-wind strength during the flight interval was also a contributing factor. A review of control management focused on increasing application of the into wind aileron as the angle of attack is effectively increased while transitioning to the 3 point attitude. The old adage that "its' not landed until parked at the hangar" continues to be a saying that all pilots but particularly tail wheel operators should remain vigilant to.
26/3/2020	OCC1984	Clifton Aerodrome	QLD	Eastwood Aircraft	Tyro MkII	Rotax	447	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot was conducting circuits. On the 3rd circuit the air...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot was conducting circuits. On the 3rd circuit the aircraft engine had a partial power loss and began to surge. The pilot determined that the aircraft had sufficient height and power to return to the airfield. The aircraft was landed uneventfully on the runway in the opposite direction to take-off and taxied back to the hangars in order to diagnose the issue. Investigation revealed that fuel flow out of the fuel filter was minimal. The fuel filter was replaced, the aircraft was refueled and test flown with nil issues.
24/3/2020	OCC1981	Adelaide	SA	Jabiru	J230-D	Jabiru	3300 6 cyl	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: An intermittent radio fault was discovered. The radio...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: An intermittent radio fault was discovered. The radio could transmit but not always receive.
24/3/2020	OCC2020	Launceston	TAS	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft departed Class D airspace at Launceston tracking...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft departed Class D airspace at Launceston tracking on a northerly heading for Georgetown (YGTO). Listening on Melbourne Centre and Georgetown (YGTO) CTAF on standby frequency. A white aircraft flew within metres of the left hand side of the training aircraft. The aircraft immediately took evasive action to avoid that aircraft and broadcast on Melbourne Centre as well as Georggretown (YGTO) CTAF to try and make contact with the other aircraft with no response. The aircraft maintained visual separation with other aircraft until they were safely clear of it. Pilots are reminded of the importance of "See and Avoid" and never assume no other aircraft are present, simply because no radio calls have been received. Refer to CAAP 166-01 and CAAP 166-02 for more guidance.
21/3/2020	OCC1979	Sunshine Coast Aerodrome	QLD	S G Aviation	Storm 300	Rotax	912 U L S	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Aircraft bounced on landing. The pilot did not apply power im...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Aircraft bounced on landing. The pilot did not apply power immediately to gain control and the aircraft landed on its nose wheel. The nose wheel leaf spring collapsed. The nose of aircraft hit the ground and skidded to a stop. The pilot noted a review of required actions in the event of a bounced landing was appropriate.
21/3/2020	OCC2211	Wellington	SA	Jabiru	J160	Jabiru	Gen4 2200b	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft experienced an engine failure - dropped valve.
12/3/2020	OCC1976	Bathurst Aerodrome	NSW	Tecnam	P2008	Rotax	912ULS2-01	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot planned to fly to Mudgee Airport to refuel but was ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot planned to fly to Mudgee Airport to refuel but was diverted due weather to Bathurst. After refuelling the pilot taxied along the taxiway to the holding point where they were in radio contact with a Cherokee 6 coming in to land from the circuit. The pilot of the Tecnam advised they would hold short of runway until the Cherokee had landed and was clear. After sufficient time after it landed and the pilot no longer had sight of it they assumed it had exited onto the taxiway so entered the runway and began back tracking for take-off from runway 35. The Cherokee was not yet clear of the runway as it was backtracking for the exit onto the taxiway, however the pilot of the Tecnam took off having not seen the traffic on the runway due runway slope. Due to lack of planning from inflight diversion and with no other traffic in the circuit, the Tecnam pilot made a left turn at 750ft AGL to track their next destination not realizing that the circuit direction was to the right. A review of flight planning and operations at Non towered aerodromes was conducted by the flight school with this pilot undertaking endorsement training. Subsequent retraining and testing of the candidate was later completed for both RPC Cross Country and RPL privileges.
12/3/2020	OCC1975	Lilydale	VIC	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: #1 Exhaust valve was found to be leaking
11/3/2020	OCC1973	Camden Aerodrome	NSW	Tecnam	P2008 DL LSA	Rotax	912ULS2-01	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot departed Bankstown heading for Wagga Wagga and stop...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot departed Bankstown heading for Wagga Wagga and stopped at Camden for fuel due to refueling delays at Bankstown. The pilot overlooked the limitations applying to authorised solo operations in regards to the schools Controlled aerodrome approval. A review was undertaken by the schools CFI and senior instructional staff to identify deficiencies in the training flight briefing and authorisation. Following this event a revised risk profile matrix has been included to confirm all legislative, flight planning and operational limitations have been reviewed prior to flight authorisation.
4/3/2020	OCC1974	Jandakot	WA	Evektor	Harmony	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: During an annual inspection the left main wheel was d...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: During an annual inspection the left main wheel was disassembled for a tyre change. On inspection there was evidence of cracks emanating from wheel bolt holes. After removing paint from the bolt holes, full depth cracks and micro cracks were found on 4 out of 6 bolt holes. Some cracks radiated completely from the bolt hole to the outside rim of the hub.
4/3/2020	OCC1968	Hamilton Aerodrome	VIC	TL Ultralight	TL 2000 Sting S4	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot heard and felt a thump during the take-off roll whi...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot heard and felt a thump during the take-off roll which appeared to be an object striking the nose wheel but determined it to be too late to reject the take-off so continued. The pilot was unsure of the condition of the nose wheel so attempted to contact any stations on the ground by CTAF. This was unsuccessful so the pilot contacted Melbourne Centre on 125.8 to arrange attendance of someone on the ground to observe the gear on a low pass. The observer could not see any damage so a landing was attempted, which was uneventful. Subsequent checks of both the aircraft and runway found nothing. The pilot believes they may have struck a rock which as a result of the impact rolled clear.
1/3/2020	OCC1961	Welby	NSW	Jabiru	LSA 55/2J	Jabiru	2.2	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Poor fuel management resulted in fuel exhaustion and a forced...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Poor fuel management resulted in fuel exhaustion and a forced landing into a paddock. the aircraft suffered undercarriage damage and has been repaired as required. No serious injuries occurred and the pilot has been debriefed regarding decision making and fuel monitoring procedures. The aircraft has a fuel tank inside the cockpit which can be quite opaque if not well lit. This was also noted as a possible factor in the accident occurring. The aircraft owner has also implemented a fuel log to ensure pilots are aware of minimum fuel requirements prior to flight.
1/3/2020	OCC1969	Bowen Aerodrome	QLD	World Aircraft Company	Spirit	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst flying to Mackay from Townsville the pilot diverted to...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst flying to Mackay from Townsville the pilot diverted to Bowen due to weather. They completed a straight in approach on the runway, however did not see the marking indicating the runway was closed until they landed. The pilot had not checked NOTAMs for Bowen airport as they did not intend on landing or overflying there. The incident was reviewed with the local CFI who debriefed and retested pilot as part of a licence upgrade following this occurrence. Flight planning in relation to weather alternates and aerodrome serviceability was specifically covered.
29/2/2020	OCC1965	Dalgety	NSW	Jabiru	J120C	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting a dual flight training exercise, after bein...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting a dual flight training exercise, after being airborne for approx. 35-40 minutes conducting air exercise without incident (all engine temps and pressures good). On recovery from a demo of stalling in a descending turn, the aircraft, on full power (3000 RPM) at about 5400ft, began to miss and run rough, throttle closed but engine seized within 5 seconds. A Mayday was issued to Melbourne Centre (120.75) and acknowledged. The Instructor selected suitable landing area (sheep paddock) and carried out a forced landing without further incident, damage or injury. They then called 000 to report their position and waited for emergency services. The aircraft was recovered and taken to Jindabyne Airfield where an L2 Maintainer inspected engine and reported major failure of piston in No.1 cylinder. The engine is to be removed and returned to the manufacturer for further diagnosis.
29/2/2020	OCC1963	Yass River	NSW	Atec	Zephyr	Rotax	912S	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Prior to departure, the pilot made a phone call to landing gr...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Prior to departure, the pilot made a phone call to landing ground owner - who advised of good weather conditions and wind from NE. On arrival, the pilot was in radio contact with ground. They found the landing ground after one or two "orbits" and were anticipating landing to the east and conducted two low level reconnoitre circuits (in landing configuration/speed) of landing ground. Ground advised the wind direction had changed roughly 90 degrees and was now westerly. The pilot changed circuit direction with intention to conduct low level reconnoitres from other direction (landing to west). On the first approach everything looked/felt great and the pilot decided to proceed with landing. The landing ground, eastern end recently graded, so earth bank on threshold appeared to be start of "strip" (from air the pilot did not notice the sharp change in slope). Very aware of the challenging nature of the "strip" the pilot wanted to touch down at the very start/threshold, to minimise the ground role. Unfortunately, the touchdown point selected and achieved, was actually on the up slope of the bank, about 1 metre below the "strip" proper. The pilot realised the mistake too late to add power/go round and touched down at about 30 knots. The aircraft impacted the slope coming to a stop on strip threshold.