Occurrences

Date	Occurrence #	Location	State	Aircraft	Model	Engine	Model	Summary
3/2/2019	OCC1597	Sussex Inlet	NSW	I C P	Savannah XL	Rotax	912 U L S	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During the landing phase at a private strip surrounded by tre...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During the landing phase at a private strip surrounded by trees, wind shear and mechanical turbulence resulted in the aircraft bouncing. The nose wheel stuck the ground heavily resulting in its collapse. The collapse of the nose wheel caused the propeller to strike the ground and the right wing tip to scrape the grass strip. The pilot will conduct remedial training with a RAAus CFI. Pilots are reminded to consider go-around actions prior to landing in these circumstances as a plan for management of micro meteorology.
2/2/2019	OCC1598	Cominya Aerodrome	QLD	Bushcaddy	R-80	UL Power	350is	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst taxiing from the hanger, a gust of wind started to rai...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst taxiing from the hanger, a gust of wind started to raise the tail and weather cocked the aircraft. The pilot applied the brakes to slow down the aircraft, however they were applied too hard and the aircraft nosed over.
1/2/2019	OCC1596	Lilydale Aerodrome	VIC	Alpi Aviation	Pioneer 300	Rotax	912S	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Following evidence of coolant loss in flight the pilot made t...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Following evidence of coolant loss in flight the pilot made the decision to reduce power and configure the aircraft clean to extend the glide back to the aerodrome to ensure they made the runway. On short final they lowered the undercarriage without use of flap. During subsequent throttle adjustments the engine stopped. The pilot focused on continuing a safe glide approach and was not aware the gear was not fully extended and locked at touchdown. Audible alarms only enunciate when gear is up and flaps are extended in this aircraft. Onsite investigations by the pilot and maintainer revealed the radiator return hose separated at the top radiator cap attachment, No other hoses were identified as incorrectly secured. Subsequent to the accident the pilot has been made aware of Rotax operating provisions that allow the engine to be operated for limited periods in emergencies without coolant.
31/1/2019	OCC1602	Port Augusta Aerodrome	SA	Tecnam	Sierra P2002	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During approach, the crew of an RPT aircraft observed a Tecna...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During approach, the crew of an RPT aircraft observed a Tecnam at the same altitude on a converging track who was established in the circuit. The Tecnam maneuvered away and rejoined the circuit to increase separation.
26/1/2019	OCC1588	Gawler Aerodrome	SA	Allegro	2000	Rotax	912	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During dual training and forced landing practice the aircraft...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During dual training and forced landing practice the aircraft touched down firmly. However, when the aircraft was taxied back to the hard stand it was noted that it was leaning towards the port side. An inspection found the port undercarriage had partly cracked at the top close to the fuselage.
25/1/2019	OCC1595	Melton	VIC	Aeroprakt	A32 Vixxen	Rotax	912ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A student was on an approved solo training navigation exercis...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: A student was on an approved solo training navigation exercise. During the navex the pilot became unsure of their position and whilst making track corrections inadvertently climbed into controlled airspace. An investigation was undertaken with both the pilot and supervising instructor with a focus on assessment standards and navigational competency and a review of remedial training actions was undertaken. The pilot undertook appropriate retraining and was subsequently assessed as competent by an independent examiner for issue of cross country endorsement privileges.
25/1/2019	OCC1594	Toowoomba Aerodrome	QLD	The Airplane Factory	Sling 2			OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On a dual training Navex the pilot did not recognise the incr...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: On a dual training Navex the pilot did not recognise the increased sink rate during the final stage of the approach and despite late intervention by the instructor the aircraft struck the tail as a missed approach was commanded by the instructor. Contributing factors were identified as a reclined seat position changing the pilots normal eye line referencing and delayed intervention by the instructor. It was also noted this was the first dual flight with the student instructor combination and the landing was not at the schools normal operating location. Schools and Instructors are urged to attend and review the resources currently being provided by RAAus at Professional Development seminars on "Control Management for Instructors" Effective intervention strategies are vital to safe training outcomes while preserving maximum learning opportunities for pilots under training.
24/1/2019	OCC1586	Bankstown Aerodrome	NSW	BRM Aero	Bristell S-LSA	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During approved training circuits at Bankstown whilst under a...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During approved training circuits at Bankstown whilst under a control clearance the RAAus registered Bristell and a C152 lost visual reference in circuit as the C152 conducted a simulated glide approach from crosswind resulting in the Bristell overtaking the Cessna in the circuit. Both aircraft continued operations without further incident. The primary cause was loss of visual awareness of the C152 by the instructor in the Bristell. Contributing factors were a lack of communications by the controller in advising an approved non standard circuit had been granted to the C152 when the Bristell was asked to follow the preceding C152. RAAus continues to recommend that training operators undertake joint aerodrome safety meetings with all affected stakeholders to raise awareness of issues such as these and devise procedures and agreements to assist safe and harmonious operations at all training aerodromes. These meetings and devised outcomes can form part of any schools risk management plans and Safety Management System.
22/1/2019	OCC1583	Bankstown Aerodrome	NSW	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During take-off the airspeed indicator was slow to show speed...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During take-off the airspeed indicator was slow to show speed increase. After take-off the airspeed indicator kept increasing through to >100kts even though the aircraft was in climb/low airspeed. The pilot deduced the pitot head must have a blockage. On downwind the pilot requested a full stop, tower asked if emergency services were required which was declined. The aircraft taxied back to base, where an engineer examined the pitot head and cleaned it, dried mud was found inside the pitot tube.
21/1/2019	OCC1618	Caboolture	QLD	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst a Foxbat was in for a 50 hourly service it was noted t...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Whilst a Foxbat was in for a 50 hourly service it was noted that the rudder cable was frayed.
21/1/2019	OCC1582	Bendigo Aerodrome	VIC	Aeroprakt	A32 Vixxen	Rotax	912 ULS	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Bird strike. The bird was not sighted prior to impact nor hea...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: Bird strike. The bird was not sighted prior to impact nor heard on impact, however minor vibrations were felt in flight. On inspection after landing smear marks consistent with a bird strike were found along with minor cosmetic chips on the propeller no larger than 4mm. RAAus continues to monitor bird strike and wildlife reports at aerodromes to ensure correct ERSA/NOTAM information is in place and to enable reporting to the aerodrome proprietor.
18/1/2019	OCC1580	Enroute to Lyndock via Strathalbyn	SA	jabiru	j170	jabiru	2ltr	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot departed Strathalbyn Aerodrome enroute to Lyndock. ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The pilot departed Strathalbyn Aerodrome enroute to Lyndock. The pilot entered controlled airspace at 5000 ft where the LL is 4500ft. The pilot has been suspended from further flight until satisfactory completion of ground based planning and avoidance of controlled airspace and remedial flight training.
15/1/2019	OCC1584	Orange Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	LSA 55/3J	Jabiru	2200J	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After the aircraft touched down and just before the aircraft ...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: After the aircraft touched down and just before the aircraft came to a stop, after applying brake, the left tyre burst just short of the taxiway. Low tyre tread may have contributed to the failure.
14/1/2019	OCC1573	Port Macquarie Aerodrome	NSW	Aeroprakt	A22LS Foxbat	Rotax	912	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft joined downwind leg of circuit for a full stop o...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: The aircraft joined downwind leg of circuit for a full stop on RWY03. The pilot completed pre landing checks, turned onto base and reduced throttle to 3000 rpm, lowered airspeed and set flaps to stage 1. As the pilot turned onto final heard a large popping noise to their left, looked across and saw the vent was missing, the door then flew open started flapping with the Perspex damaged. The pilot ensured aircraft was stable, reached out and pulled damaged door back down and held it in place and completed landing.
13/1/2019	OCC1574	Coffs Harbour Aerodrome	NSW	Jabiru	J230-C	Jabiru	3300A	OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During the taxiing phase of the flight the pilot sustained mi...
OCCURRENCE DETAILS SUBMITTED TO RAAUS: During the taxiing phase of the flight the pilot sustained minor wheel fairing damage due to the obstruction of forward vision from the sun and impacting a gable marker on the grass runway. The pilot will in future, take a wider taxiway and factor is the obstruction of vision from the sun that can occur from utilising the grass runway at a given time.