Safety issue
| Safety issue description |
The operator’s circuit and approach procedures for marine pilot transfer operations did not minimise pilot workload or provide the recommended stabilised approach criteria with mandatory go-around policy. These procedures could allow a combination of conditions that increased the risk of a sustained abnormal flight path and collision with terrain/water. |
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| Issue number | AO-2018-022-SI-04 |
| Issue owner | Heli-Aust Whitsundays Pty Limited |
| Transport function | Aviation: Air transport |
| Issue status | Closed – Adequately addressed |
| Date issue released | 16/06/2022 |
| Issue status justification |
The ATSB is satisfied that the proactive safety action taken by the operator appropriately addresses this issue. |
Safety action
| Action type | Proactive action |
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| Action number | AO-2018-022-PSA-05 |
| Organisation | Heli-Aust Whitsundays Pty Limited |
| Action description |
The operator advised that it has addressed circuit and approach procedures and defined stable approach criteria during marine pilot transfer operations, including when operating in degraded visual cueing environments. |
| Action status | Closed |