Near collision involving Tecnam P2002 Sierra, 24-7996, and Diamond DA40 NG, VH-YPH, at Port Macquarie Airport, New South Wales, on 29 April 2026

Summary

The ATSB is investigating a near collision involving a Tecnam P2002 Sierra, registration 24-7996, and a Diamond Aircraft Industries DA40 NG, registration VH-YPH, at Port Macquarie Airport, New South Wales, on 29 April 2026.

During final approach, the crew of the Diamond DA 40 observed the Tecnam P-2002 enter active runway 21 and line up for take-off. The DA40 conducted a missed approach and subsequently overflew the P-2002 in close proximity.

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 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.