Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
29/5/2019	OCC1711	Gatton Aerodrome	QLD	Minicab	UL	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Taxiing aircraft from one hangar to another for a 50 hourly s...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Taxiing aircraft from one hangar to another for a 50 hourly service on a day with strong winds, the wind lifted the tail of the aircraft onto its nose causing a propeller strike.
27/5/2019	OCC1728	Daly Waters	NT	I C P	Savannah XL	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During flight the aircraft experienced engine failure. The pi...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During flight the aircraft experienced engine failure. The pilot made an uneventful emergency landing on a private airstrip. On inspection it was discovered the fuel tanks were all dry with no obvious leaks. There was no smell of leaked fuel. The cause of the leaked fuel was found to be a broken fuel cap vent pipe.
27/5/2019	OCC1725	Merton	VIC	Jabiru	J-160-C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: An inspection following an engine failure 26/5/19 fou...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: DEFECT: An inspection following an engine failure 26/5/19 found a hole in the crankcase and piston disintegrated.
26/5/2019	OCC1704	Merton	VIC	Jabiru	J160D	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a dual training flight, the engine began to run rough,...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During a dual training flight, the engine began to run rough, vibrate and ceased producing adequate power for straight and level flight. The instructor took control of the aircraft and conducted an emergency landing into a paddock.
24/5/2019	OCC1708	Adelaide Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	J170C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On final approach the pilot closed the throttle but pulled ba...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On final approach the pilot closed the throttle but pulled back too hard and over rode the idle stop. As a result the engine stopped. This occurred close to the ground. The PIC tried to restart the engine and in doing so was distracted from concentrating on the landing. This resulted in the aircraft entering a PIO situation damaging the nose gear and propeller.
23/5/2019	OCC1701	Bankstown Aerodrome	NSW	Tecnam	P2008	Rotax	912ULS2-01	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A student on their first solo flight at an aerodrome operatin...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A student on their first solo flight at an aerodrome operating in controlled airspace received a line up clearance for take off and read back the clearance correctly. The student then proceeded to take-off without gaining the further take off clearance required. The pilot was subsequently cleared for take off without further incident. The incident was reviewed with the supervising Senior Instructor and fully debriefed with the student pilot. First solo stress may have contributed to the error in following the specific ATC instruction.
21/5/2019	OCC1696	Wangaratta Aerodrome	VIC	IBIS	Magic GS-700	Rotax	912	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft experienced a hard landing resulting in the dama...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft experienced a hard landing resulting in the damage to the nose wheel gear/fork. Operations reviewed this report. No further action.
19/5/2019	OCC1690	Narrandera Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J230	Jabiru	3300A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot of a Jabiru was on mid downwind for RWY 14 and obse...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot of a Jabiru was on mid downwind for RWY 14 and observed two microlights enter and roll on runway 32. The Jabiru pilot immediately commenced a right hand orbit to avoid conflict with the other aircraft on 32. No radio calls were noted from the microlights. Pilots are reminded of the importance of a good lookout when operating in the circuit and encouraged to reference CAAP 166-1(4) for operational guidance at non-controlled airports.
19/5/2019	OCC1693	Lilydale Aerodrome	VIC	Jabiru	J160C	Jabiru	2200	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The student pilot was under supervision and requested to cond...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The student pilot was under supervision and requested to conduct 2 solo circuits. During the initial line up the student followed a preceding aircraft which had chosen to roll adjacent the main designated centerline of this grass runway. During the subsequent landing on the same surface the student was unable to control the bounce from the landing resulting in a pilot induced oscillation (PIO) which resulted in nose wheel damage that was identified post flight. The student had conducted recovery from these scenarios prior to solo but the school has refocused attention on this area to mitigate future events of this type. Further education and awareness of the varying runway surface at Lilydale is to be undertaken by the school CFI.
19/5/2019	OCC1692	Tumbarumba	NSW	Airborne	XT912	Rotax	912	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot had flown to a local airport and then to a private ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot had flown to a local airport and then to a private strip located nearby. He had operated into and out of this strip on previous occasions without incident. The pilot positioned the aircraft on the top of the hill and travelled in a north, north west direction where he has accelerated and commenced to attempt to take off. As the aircraft continued down the hill it did not appear to gain sufficient air speed and commenced a bouncing action. There were visible marks where the wheels appear to have been locked up and have slid in between bounces. The aircraft subsequently collided with a fence where the wire has become entangled in the propeller. The aircraft continued to travel down the hill towards a dam where it bounced across the dam and finally collided with the opposite side embankment. This caused the aircraft to come to a complete stop and caused significant damage. The pilot was entangled in the wreckage with the aircraft on top of him, but was extricated by passersby. The RAAus investigation focused on mechanical, environmental and operational elements. All of these elements were found to have contributed to this take off accident. Mechanical: Post accident investigation revealed a contaminated fuel filter, despite the aircraft operating at full power earlier in the day and being checked prior to take off. Reduced power delivery may have been a contributing factor.The aircraft was operated on RON 91 unleaded fuel in accordance with the engine and aircraft POH and prefiltered by the operator. Environmental: The take off area was dry short grass with a downhill gradient of 243 metres measured length, The aircraft POH requires a Take off Distance (TODR) of 247 metres at ISA & MTOW. Conditions on the day were significantly above ISA with the ambient temperature approximately 20 degrees Celsius and the strip elevation approximately 2900 feet AMSL. Airborne Windsports provide the following caution in the aircraft POH; CAUTION TAKE OFF AND LANDING DISTANCES MUST BE INCREASED BY 20% FOR EACH 1000 FEET OF ALTITUDE ABOVE SEA LEVEL. Despite the aircraft being operated below MTOW, air density and the possibility of local convective influences affecting wind are considered to be likely contributing factors to the aircraft's take off performance.. Operational: The pilot was qualified to operate the aircraft and was current on type. The pilot had previously landed and taken off from the location on occasions. No detected tail wind component was reported and the pilot was personally fit to fly. A normal take off was conducted with the bar held at the compression strut until lift off. The pilot had not pre briefed a take off rejection point in his threat and error decision making and had an expectation that take off performance would be appropriate despite the elevation and conditions on the day.The pilots decision making and pre planning relating to take off performance are also likely contributing factors to this accident. The pilot debriefed the accidents contributing factors with his local CFI and has reviewed take off performance requirements and decision making with both the CFI and Operations.
19/5/2019	OCC1694	Boonah Aerodrome	QLD	Jabiru	J200-B	Jabiru	3300	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During final approach for a full stop landing the pilot recei...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During final approach for a full stop landing the pilot received a request via radio from the Gliding Club tug pilot requesting the landing point be shifted so the landing would not interfere with gliders parked on side of the RWY. The pilot immediately applied power, adjusted attitude and identified a new aim point as requested. The tug pilot broadcast a further request for the pilot to extend their landing later on the runway. This transmission was received at approx. 150' and the pilot again took Immediate action. The pilot then set up for landing, however this point of landing was now significantly further down the RWY than the pilot was used to and was adjacent a large clump of trees on the Eastern side of strip. Due to the crosswind from the East at approx. 50ft the aircraft encountered a serious downdraft caused by the trees. Power was immediately applied but the aircraft impacted the RWY from a height of approx. 20-25ft. The nose wheel collapsed and prop struck ground. Brakes and ailerons were applied to maintain the aircraft upright and stop it. The pilot advised he should have conducted a go-around. The tow pilot should not have requested the pilot to change their landing point and this has been referred to the Gliding Federation of Australia for further followup. RAAus has also investigated a possible amendment to the ERSA entry for the airport in question to alert pilots to potential wind shear issues.
19/5/2019	OCC1697	Warnervale Aerodrome	NSW	AIRBORNE	XT 912	Rotax	912UL	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During dual flight training no radio calls were heard from th...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During dual flight training no radio calls were heard from the aircraft.
18/5/2019	OCC1703	Bathurst Aerodrome	NSW	BRM Aero	Bristell S-LSA	Rotax	912 ULS3	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: When joining the circuit for a full stop the pilot noticed th...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: When joining the circuit for a full stop the pilot noticed that the pattern was busier than usual due to glider ops as stated by NOTAM. Approx. four aircraft were on the circuit for RWY26. After the pilot landed and was clear of all RWYs they noticed an VH registered aircraft was taxiing for a different RWY. Due to not having heard a call from that aircraft for taxiing the pilot tried to make contact with them without a response. The aircraft then proceeded to enter and back track RWY 35. The pilot tried to make contact for a second time, with the same result, they then broadcast to all aircraft on the circuit to be aware of the aircraft and that it was getting ready for departure on RWY 35. Another aircraft that was already establish on final approach for RWY 26 had to perform a go around for safety while the other aircraft departed with no one knowing their intentions. This has been referred to CASA for follow up with the pilot of the VH registered aircraft
17/5/2019	OCC1689	Swan Hill Aerodrome	VIC	Aeroprakt	A32 Vixxen	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On the fifth landing for the day, as the aircraft rolled down...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On the fifth landing for the day, as the aircraft rolled down the RWY the pilot lightly applied the brakes to slow down and maintain rudder on centreline. Suddenly in the second half of the RWY the aircraft veered to the right. The pilot applied left rudder and attempted to realign the aircraft when suddenly it veered sharply to the left towards the edge of the RWY. The pilot then applied right rudder and it traveled in the right direction. The rudder seemed to jam in that position. The aircraft was extremely difficult to steer but was traveling quite slowly so the pilot was able to get it back to centreline and was able to exit the RWY.
16/5/2019	OCC1688	Mildura Aerodrome	VIC	Brumby	LSA R610	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting circuit training, the VH registered Cessna ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst conducting circuit training, the VH registered Cessna was on downwind when a Brumby was seen in front of it, reported as less than 10m away. A few seconds later a call was heard from the Brumby advising that it was joining base for a full stop runway 09. The Cessna radioed that it was late downwind in the circuit and advised of the near miss with no response from the Brumby. The Cessna conducted a go around with no further issues. The incident was investigated by RAAus and the operators of both aircraft were interviewed. A review of appropriate radio calls and the use of the preferred overhead joining sequence to enhance separation was discussed with both operators to reduce the likelihood of future occurrences. CAAP 166(1)-4 is the recommended reference material from CASA for procedures and calls at non-towered aerodromes.