Flight below minimum altitude involving Cirrus SR22T, VH-XXO, 10 km east of Canberra Airport, Australian Capital Territory, on 2 October 2025

The ATSB is investigating a flight below minimum altitude involving Cirrus SR22T, VH-XXO, 10 km east of Canberra Airport, Australian Capital Territory, on 2 October 2025.

The aircraft did not adhere to the height or tracking requirements during approach and subsequently descended below the minimum safe altitude. The controller issued a safety alert, followed by a visual approach that did not meet the requirements of operations after last light.

To date, the ATSB investigation has included:

• analysis of recorded and air traffic surveillance data
• interviewing the pilot
• reviewing weather and environmental conditions
• reviewing operational documentation
• reviewing related occurrences.

The ATSB has completed the evidence collection and analysis phases of the investigation and is drafting the final report.

The final report will be released at the conclusion of the investigation. Should a critical safety issue be identified during the course of the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify relevant parties, so that appropriate safety action can be taken.