Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
10/12/2018	OCC1556	Caboolture	QLD	Fly Synthesis	Texan 550	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The left carburetor drip tray was found to be broken away fro...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The left carburetor drip tray was found to be broken away from the 2 (tight) securing bolts. The cause appears to metal fatigue. The tray is only secured at one end. Bending of the side wall of the tray suggest that the tray had been subject to vibration and bending before the metal fractured. Early signs of bending were also observed on the right carburettor tray, suggesting that re-occurrence of the fracture is possible. Initial cracking at the fastener holes, led to failure through vibration induced by an out of balanced propeller. Owner has subsequently had the fuel trays repaired and the propeller balanced.
9/12/2018	OCC1558	Port Pirie Aerodrome	SA	Jabiru	J120C	Jabiru	2200B	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot completed a touch and go, when on upwind (at approx...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot completed a touch and go, when on upwind (at approx. 50 to 100ft), there was a bang and vibration from the engine. The engine was still running with some power at low revs. There was enough power remaining for the pilot to complete a circuit and land. Engine cowls were removed and it was found that two through bolts on the number one cylinder had fractured.
9/12/2018	OCC1551	Archerfield Aerodrome	QLD	The Aircraft Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Flat tyre after landing. No investigation required by RAAus.
8/12/2018	OCC1549	Jandakot Aerodrome	WA	EV Harmony	Harmony	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Student was conducting subsequent solo under direct supervisi...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Student was conducting subsequent solo under direct supervision of senior instructor. Circuit and approach were normal, flare height correct, however a slight balloon during the hold off led to the student attempting to force the aircraft onto the ground. The resulting bounce did not result in a go-around and the aircraft bounced 3 more times before the prop struck and the aircraft stopped. OUTCOME: Operations have reviewed this report and after consultation with the CFI determined no further action required by RAAus.
5/12/2018	OCC1548	Penrose Aerodrome	QLD	Tecnam	P92	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The instructor and pilot combination did not correct when the...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The instructor and pilot combination did not correct when the aircraft deviated from expected tolerances on landing which resulted in the aircraft impacting a runway marker at this LA.The decision was made to conduct an immediate "go round" suspecting undercarriage damage. A decision was then made to return to the originating AD when the instructor determined that elevator control had been compromised by the impact but successfully landed the aircraft at the training base. Changing cross wind conditions, reduced attention by instructor and delayed decision making were likely contributors to this incident.The instructor has arranged to undertake further instructor development training following this incident.
4/12/2018	OCC1547	Moorabbin Aerodrome	VIC	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A student requested start clearance for circuits, taxi cleara...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A student requested start clearance for circuits, taxi clearance and downwind call for a touch and go, however broadcast using the wrong call sign. Despite the student making perfect practice calls in the cockpit prior to transmitting, when the broadcast was made, these errors occurred. The student was required to develop a clear process for ensuring the same call was made during practice and actual transmission.
3/12/2018	OCC1552	Moorabbin Aerodrome	VIC	Bristell	Bristell S-LSA	Rotax	912ULS 2	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot was conducting a navigation command building exerci...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot was conducting a navigation command building exercise, on the way back to Moorabbin the weather had changed to crosswind variable 12-15kts. After attempting to land the pilot made a decision to do a go around because they didn't feel it was safe to continue with the landing. After this happened the pilot attempted to land 4 more times which all resulted in a go around. On the last attempt the CFI was on the radio and gave a bit of a guidance for landing in this wind conditions which resulted in a successful landing. The CFI has successfully mitigated risk of recurrence . No further action required by Operations at this time.
3/12/2018	OCC1546	Innisfail	QLD	Aerochute Industries	Dual	BMW	R1100	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot took off from their property. Usually a right turn ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot took off from their property. Usually a right turn after take-off is conducted however on this occasion, an aerial application aircraft was operating nearby so they elected to depart straight ahead. This resulted in the powered parachute contacting a power line and the pilot being injured.
2/12/2018	OCC1550	Moorabbin Aerodrome	VIC	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot landed on 17L, requested and was cleared to vacate ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot landed on 17L, requested and was cleared to vacate via runway 22 and Foxtrot possibly due to following traffic. The pilot became confused and entered a runway without clearance, stopping across a hold point. The CFI has provided confirmation to the pilot of company policy regarding correct exit procedures and will monitor into the future.
29/11/2018	OCC1544	Heck Field Aerodrome	QLD	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2	Rotax	912 IS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During flight, approx. 3 NM to the NW of Robina at 1000' AGL ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During flight, approx. 3 NM to the NW of Robina at 1000' AGL the Lane A warning light started flashing intermittently. The pilot immediately turned toward Southport airstrip whilst completing all usual troubleshooting checks. At approx. 1 NM south of Heck Field the aircraft entered into a decent, after 5 seconds the engine began to run rough and stopped within 3 seconds. The pilot made a PANPAN call that the aircraft had suffered an engine failure and was intending to conduct forced landing at Heck Field. The aircraft landed safely and the pilot cancelled the PANPAN call. Determined Outcome: A failed electrical join at the fuse box caused the engine pump to fail.
26/11/2018	OCC1543	Murray Field Aerodrome	WA	Zenith Aircraft	Zodiac CH 601 HDS	Jabiru	2200A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After a 45 minute local flight from the airfield, the pilot e...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After a 45 minute local flight from the airfield, the pilot encountered wind shear on landing. Due to the runway surface the plane deviated off the right side of the runway with one wheel on bitumen and the other on sandy bush land. The right side wheel sheared off and the plane skidded to a halt after 100m. Control force difference and lack of familiarity with the type, which was newly purchased, contributed to this accident. The pilot also indicated a go-around would have been a better response. RAAus members can review advisory guidance on flying new aircraft types at this link https://facts.raa.asn.au/raaps/raap-01-type-training/
19/11/2018	OCC1540	Menindee	NSW	Jabiru	UL	Jabiru	22A unleaded	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Collision with terrain involving Jabiru UL. The pilot and PAX...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Collision with terrain involving Jabiru UL. The pilot and PAX sustained significant non-life threatening injuries and were airlifted to hospital. Tear down of engine found piston failure in the number two cylinder.
14/11/2018	OCC1536	Clifton Aerodrome	QLD	Austflight ULA	A-582	Rotax	582	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The student carried out a smooth successful landing, however ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The student carried out a smooth successful landing, however the right undercarriage leg of the aircraft snapped. The undercarriage leg in question had completed just 12 cycles before failure. Engineering analysis was carried out on the metallurgical properties by an independent engineer. The professional opinion is that the heat treatment during manufacture was inadequate resulting in the failure.
12/11/2018	OCC1532	Hyden	WA	Aeroprakt	A32	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Shortly after take-off, at approx. 200ft, the pilot observed ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Shortly after take-off, at approx. 200ft, the pilot observed that the cylinder temperature was too hot and was increasing quite rapidly. They made the decision to immediately turn around and land and on pulling up to a full stop, immediately turned the engine off. After about an hour the pilot checked the water level and it was close to empty. Water was added which started running out on the ground under the plane. On further inspection it was noted a rubber hose from the water pump to the radiator had come off. RAAus AN270810-1 is applicable. The notice recommends cooling hoses are inspected on a regular basis including at the daily inspection. An article on coolant hoses has also been included in the Licence to Learn February 2020 edition.
12/11/2018	OCC1529	Bankstown Aerodrome	NSW	BRM Aero	Bristell S-LSA	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After take-off on upwind from RWY 11L, the engine lost power ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After take-off on upwind from RWY 11L, the engine lost power from 5100 rpm to 4700 rpm. The pilot informed the tower and asked them to cancel departure and make a landing on 11L. The aircraft slowly climbed to 1000ft and the pilot conducted a close CCT with a full stop landing on 11L. Potential vapour lock as cause for reduced RPM.