Safety issue
| Safety issue description |
Virgin Australia did not have formal guidance for flight crews regarding the limited visual cues for maintaining alignment to runway 11/29 at Darwin during night landings in reduced visibility. |
|---|---|
| Issue number | AO-2016-166-SI-03 |
| Issue owner | Virgin Australia Airlines |
| Transport function | Aviation: Air transport |
| Date issue released | 15/05/2019 |
| Issue status justification |
The operator’s action, in conjunction with other safety actions, should provide crews with adequate guidance to enable them to assess risk and prepare for approaches in low visibility conditions at Darwin Airport. |
Safety action
| Action type | Proactive action |
|---|---|
| Action number | AO-2016-166-NSA-012 |
| Organisation | Virgin Australia Airlines |
| Action date | 20/01/2018 |
| Action description |
On 20 January 2017, the operator introduced additional guidance to flight crews for approach to Darwin airport, including notes about runway surface, slope, width, lighting, and ambient light. |
| Action status | Closed |