Fuel incident involving Diamond DA-20, VH-HUU, abeam Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport, Queensland, on 5 December 2025

The ATSB is investigating an occurrence involving a Diamond Aircraft Industries DA-20, VH‑HUU, abeam Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport, Queensland, on 5 December 2025.

The flight crew were conducting a training flight, with an instructor and student pilot on board. During climb, the engine ran rough, and the crew conducted a diversion to Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport. It was reported that the aircraft landed with less than the required final fuel reserve.

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

In the course of the investigation, the ATSB has identified potential limitations in risk controls factors relevant to the occurrence. Examination of these factors represent a significant increase in the scope of this investigation, and it has been upgraded from Short to Defined as a result (the ATSB's different levels of investigation are detailed here).

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.