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Flying in a controlled manner is vital for survivability of a forced landing following power loss.
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Industry association signings
The ATSB signs MOUs with aviation industry associations to help improve transport safety.
International Civil Aviation Day
ATSB acknowledges International Civil Aviation Day to raise awareness of development in civil aviation.
Steep continuous descents
Training and processes needed for rail operations on steep continuous descents.
Pioneer recognised
Aviation human factors pioneer Dr Rob Lee AO officially inducted into the Australian Aviation Hall of Fame.
Aircraft performance
A tragic accident carries important safety messages for aerial application pilots.
Freight train derailment
Preliminary report into the runaway and derailment of a freight train in Devonport, Tasmania released.
ATSB supports AAvPA
The ATSB proudly sponsored the combined AAvPA and PACDEFF human factors and CRM symposium in Sydney.
Night vision goggles
Reminder of the limitations of night vision imaging systems, particularly when there are external light sources.
Detect and treat rail defects
Early detection and treatment of rail defects can avoid derailments.
Macarthur Job honoured
The ATSB has recognised respected Australian aviation author and editor, Macarthur Job OAM.
Effective safety briefings
Operators need to ensure passengers understand their safety briefing.
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Flight below the minimum permitted altitude involving Pilatus PC-12, VH-FDJ, near Adelaide Airport, South Australia, on 18 July 2017 - final report release
The incident shows the importance of adequate approach preparation, and management of aircraft flight profile and automation.
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Engine issues on descent involving ATR 72-600, VH-FVN, near Canberra Airport, ACT, on 13 December 2018 - new investigation
While the aircraft was descending through 11, 000 ft in heavy rain, the right engine’s power rolled back (decreased) and the engine flamed out. The engine automatically re-started within five seconds. The descent continued and, while passing through 10,000 ft, the left engine’s power also rolled back and that engine flamed out before automatically relighting.
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Wirestrike and collision with terrain involving Cessna 172RG, VH-LCZ, Parafield Airport, South Australia, on 3 July 2018 - final report release
The report emphasises the importance of flying in a controlled manner to improve the survivability of a forced landing following power loss and, the use of carburettor heat to prevent an ice-related power loss.
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Signal passed at danger and derailment of empty Tangara service 109D, Hornsby, NSW, on 17 December 2015 - final report release
The derailment of a train in Hornsby highlights the the importance of maintaining situational awareness.
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Hard landing and ground strike involving Beech Aircraft Corporation B200, VH-ODI, Mount Gambier Airport, South Australia, on 8 December 2018 - new active investigation
The pilot reported experiencing difficulties landing at Mount Gambier. After a heavy landing, the pilot was unable to safely stop the aircraft on the runway and decided to conduct a go-around. The pilot then conducted another approach and landing. The post-flight inspection of the aircraft revealed substantial damage to both propellers.
Christmas arrangements
The ATSB’s offices will be closed for normal business from cob Monday 24 December 2018 and will re-open on Wednesday 2 January 2019. ATSB notification lines will remain open.