Freight train derailment
The derailment of an empty coal train despite temporary speed restrictions being in place highlights how track defects can deteriorate faster than expected.
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Thrust reverser deactivation
A reminder that a failure to follow procedure, such as functional checks, can result in consequences.
Contact with wharf
A harbour master and pilot were unaware of fender height limitations.
VFR into IMC
Weather-related accidents continue to cause fatal accidents in general aviation.
Latest birdstrike stats released
The latest figures on wildlife strikes shows the importance of reporting to the ATSB.
Runaway loaded ore train
Preliminary report released into runaway loaded ore train.
Container collides with station
Important safety messages for rail infrastructure managers and maintainers, rail operators, and rail safety workers.
Value of impact-activated ELT
The activated transmitter led to the rescue of the pilot, who might otherwise have not survived.
A fatal Tiger Moth accident
Prior to take-off, pilots should consider options and actions in the event of a partial power loss.
ATSB partners with RMIT
The ATSB has announced a strategic partnership with RMIT University that will see one of Australia’s leading tertiary institutions offer Transport Safety Investigator qualifications.
Driver competency assessments
Driver maintenance of competency assessment process examined.
Serious injuries on board a bulk carrier ship
Two men had to be evacuated by helicopter after a scaffolding tower fell in a cargo hold.
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Derailment of freight train WG713 at Denman, NSW on 19 January 2016 - final report release
The derailment of an empty coal train despite temporary speed restrictions being in place highlights how track defects can deteriorate faster than expected.
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Engine thrust reverser malfunction involving Airbus A320, VH-VGZ, Sydney Airport, NSW, on 20 September 2018 - final report release
A lock-out pin not removed after maintenance meant the crew of an Airbus A320 landed at Sydney with reverse thrust inadvertently deactivated.
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Ground handling event involving Kavanagh B-400 Balloon, VH-LNB, near Coldstream, Victoria, on 16 March 2019 - new investigation
During the deflation of the balloon, the basket toppled over resulting in serious injuries to two passengers.
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Collision with terrain involving AS350 VH-SZS, 66km east of Woomera, South Australia, on 20 March 2019 - new investigation
During power line stringing operations, the helicopter contacted a tower and subsequently collided with terrain, resulting in substantial damage to the helicopter. The pilot was fatally injured.
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Contact with wharf by livestock carrier Angus Express at Broome, Western Australia on 20 April 2018 - final report release
Marine pilots may encounter operational parameters outside normal limits.
Don't push it, LAND IT
Making an early decision to land your helicopter during the onset of an abnormal situation will reduce the likelihood of an accident.
In an effort to encourage precautionary landings, the ATSB is encouraging helicopter pilots to ‘don’t push it, land it’ if they encounter an abnormal situation while in flight.
Jointly developed and supported by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and the Australian Helicopter Industry Association (AHIA), ‘Don’t push it, land it’ is safety messaging that encourages all helicopter pilots, no matter their experience or the type of helicopter they fly, to make a precautionary landing if they experience a situation that just isn’t right.