Long landing involving Boeing 737-800, VH-YQM, at Gold Coast Airport, Queensland, on 24 January 2023

Summary

The ATSB is investigating a long landing involving a Boeing 737-800 aircraft at Gold Coast Airport, Queensland, on 24 January 2023. 

At about 1839 local time, while landing on runway 32 in poor weather conditions, the flight crew was unable to sight the touchdown markers. The aircraft was subsequently landed beyond the touchdown zone.

In early April, the operator provided the ATSB with a copy of their safety investigation report, which provided additional information regarding the incident. After obtaining this information, the ATSB decided to investigate the incident. 

As part of the investigation, the ATSB has been examining the circumstances leading to the long landing and determining the contributing factors. To date, the ATSB investigation has included:

• interviewing the flight crew
• analysis of flight recorder and air traffic surveillance data
• obtaining weather information
• reviewing relevant procedures
• reviewing related occurrences
• collecting other evidence as required.

The draft report internal review process has been completed. The draft report has been distributed to directly involved parties (DIPs) to check factual accuracy and ensure natural justice. Any submissions from those parties will be reviewed and, where considered appropriate, the draft report will be amended accordingly.

Following the external review process, any submissions and amendments to the draft report are internally reviewed. Once approved, the final report is prepared for publication and dissemination and released to DIPs prior to its public release. 

The final report will be published at the conclusion of the investigation. Should a critical safety issue be identified at any time during the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify operators and regulators so appropriate and timely safety action can be taken.