Unstable approach, hard landing
Unstable approach, failure to go-around leads to a hard landing.
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Weather-related accidents
Pilots without a current instrument rating should be prepared to amend plans, and not to push on.
Mandating engine modification
The ATSB has issued safety recommendations to the US FAA and Pratt & Whitney.
Makeshift platform
The use of machinery and equipment contrary to its intended purpose can significantly increase risk.
ALA runway overruns
ATSB recommends runway overrun guidance for ALAs
Jandakot ATC commended
ATSB commends Jandakot air traffic controller for assisting student pilot
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Engine failure during take-off involving Bombardier Dash 8-315, VH-ZZE, at Darwin Airport, Northern Territory, on 11 November 2019 - new investigation
After applying take-off power and before brakes release, the aircraft’s number 2 engine failed. The take-off was aborted.
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Hard landing involving ATR 72, VH-FVZ, Canberra Airport, Australian Capital Territory on 19 November 2017 - final report release
Unstable approaches continue to be a leading contributor to approach and landing accidents and runway excursions. This occurrence demonstrates the importance of crews adhering to standard operating procedures and conducting a go-around when an approach becomes unstable.
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Collision with terrain involving Mooney M20J, VH-DJU, 26 km west of Coffs Harbour, NSW, on 20 September 2019 - preliminary
The ATSB has release its preliminary report into the collision with terrain involving Mooney M20J, VH-DJU, 26 km west of Coffs Harbour, NSW, on 20 September 2019. The investigation is continuing.
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Collision with water involving Bell UH-1H, VH-UVC, near Anna Bay, NSW, on 6 September 2019 - preliminary
The ATSB has release its preliminary report into the collision with water involving Bell UH-1H, VH-UVC, near Anna Bay, NSW, on 6 September 2019. The investigation is continuing.
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Engine malfunction involving Airbus Industrie A330-323, registered 9M-MTM, 37 km north of Curtin Airfield, Western Australia on 18 January 2018 - report release
The ATSB has issued safety recommendations to the United States Federal Aviation Administration and engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney calling for them to maximise a modification that would prevent a component failure of the PW4170 series engine which powers some Airbus A330 airliners.
Don't Push It - DON'T GO
Visual flight rules pilots pressing on into instrument meteorological conditions without a current instrument rating carries a significant risk of spatial disorientation due to powerful and misleading orientation sensations with reduced visual cues.
» Disorientation can affect any pilot, no matter what their level of experience.
» Avoid deteriorating weather by conducting thorough pre-flight planning.
» Use a ‘personal minimums’ checklist to help control and manage risk.
» If you become disoriented or lost in marginal weather, seek whatever help is available, including support from air traffic control.