Investigation number
AO-2025-038
Occurrence date
Location
Melbourne Airport
State
Victoria
Report status
Pending
Investigation level
Short
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation phase
Evidence collection
Investigation status
Active
Aviation occurrence category
Flight Preparation / Navigation
Incorrect configuration
Occurrence class
Incident
Highest injury level
None
Anticipated completion
The ATSB is investigating an incorrect configuration event involving Virgin Australia Airlines Boeing 737, VH-YFZ, at Melbourne Airport, Victoria on 2 July 2025.
During an approach to land at Melbourne Airport, the crew did not conduct the landing checklist and did not arm the speed brake for automatic deployment. The crew manually raised the speed brake upon landing, and the flight concluded without further incident.
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
Manufacturer
The Boeing Company
Model
737-800
Registration
VH-YFZ
Aircraft Operator
Virgin Australia Airlines Pty Ltd
Serial number
41005
Operation type
Part 121 Air transport operations - larger aeroplanes
Sector
Jet
Departure point
Sydney Airport, NSW
Destination
Melbourne Airport, Vic.
Damage
Nil