Investigation number
AO-2023-041
Occurrence date
Location
10 NM from Adelaide Airport
State
South Australia
Report status
Pending
Investigation level
Short
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation phase
Examination and analysis
Investigation status
Active
Aviation occurrence type
Flight below minimum altitude
Occurrence category
Incident
Highest injury level
None
Anticipated completion

The ATSB is investigating an incident involving a Fokker 100, registered VH-FGB, on approach to Adelaide Airport, South Australia on 30 August 2023.

During the approach, the aircraft descended below the lowest safe altitude. 

The ATSB will obtain evidence including: 
- obtaining recorded flight data 
- interviewing the flight crew
- reviewing the operator's relevant procedures.

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.

Aircraft Details
Departure point
Brisbane Airport
Destination
Adelaide Airport
Model
Fokker 100
Serial number
11446
Sector
Jet
Registration
VH-FGB
Operation type
Part 121 Air transport operations - larger aeroplanes
Damage
Nil
Manufacturer
Fokker B.V.
Aircraft Operator
Alliance Airlines Pty Limited