Aviation safety investigations & reports
Airspeed management event involving Fokker 100, VH-UQN, at Rockhampton, Queensland, on 10 November 2019
AO-2019-063
Summary
The ATSB is investigating an operational event involving a Fokker 100, registered VH-UQN, at Rockhampton, Queensland, on 10 November 2019.
Passing 300 ft on final approach, the aircraft encountered moderate turbulence which resulted in a loss of airspeed. While attempting to arrest the loss of speed, the speed fell below the minimum approach speed. The aircraft landed safely.
As part of the investigation, the ATSB will interview directly involved parties and obtain other relevant information, including technical logs and recorded data.
A report will be released at the end of the investigation. Should a critical safety issue be identified during the course of the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify relevant stakeholders so appropriate and timely safety action can be taken.
General details
| Date: | 10 November 2019 | Investigation status: | Active | ||
| Time: | 20:05 EST | Investigation level: | Short - click for an explanation of investigation levels | ||
| Location (show map): | Rockhampton Airport | Investigation phase: | Final report: External review | ||
| State: | Queensland | Occurrence type: | Powerplant/propulsion - Other | ||
| Occurrence category: | Incident | ||||
| Report status: | Pending | Highest injury level: | None | ||
| Anticipated completion: | 1st Quarter 2022 |
Aircraft details
| Aircraft manufacturer | Fokker B.V. | |
|---|---|---|
| Aircraft model | F28MK0100 | |
| Aircraft registration | VH-UQN | |
| Serial number | 11361 | |
| Operator | Alliance Airlines | |
| Type of operation | Air Transport High Capacity | |
| Sector | Jet | |
| Damage to aircraft | Nil | |
| Departure point | Brisbane, Queensland | |
| Destination | Rockhampton, Queensland |