Near collision involving Bell 212, VH-JJR, and Sling 2, VH-FFZ, near Moorabbin Airport, Victoria, on 24 November 2025

The ATSB is investigating a near collision involving a Bell 212, registration VH-JJR, and a Sling 2, registration VH-FFZ, near Moorabbin Airport, Victoria, on 24 November 2025.

Both aircraft were engaged in training activities, and each had 2 persons onboard. While returning to land at Moorabbin the Bell 212 crossed into the path of the Sling 2 which was on final approach to runway 13L. It was reported that the helicopter passed above the fixed wing aircraft with a separation of less than 60 meters. Both aircraft continued to land without further incident. There were no injuries to those onboard, and no damage to either aircraft.

The ATSB has commenced the examination and analysis of the initial evidence collected.

To date, the ATSB investigation has included:

• interviewing the flight crew and air traffic controllers
• examination of pilot records
• analysis of flight recorder and air traffic surveillance data.

The continuing investigation will include examination and analysis of:

• operational documentation
• maintenance records
• related occurrences.

A 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.