The ATSB is investigating a landing gear brake failure involving The Airplane Factory Sling LSA, registered VH-PPY, at Moorabbin Airport, Victoria, on 14 February 2025.
After landing and as brakes were applied, the right brake disk failed, and the aircraft was unable to stop before entering a taxiway without a clearance.
The ATSB investigation will involve examining components, interviewing involved parties, examination of maintenance records, retrieving and reviewing recorded data, and the collection of other relevant information.
The ATSB has completed the evidence collection and analysis phases of the investigation and is drafting the final report.
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.