Safety issue

Safety issue description

The external aircraft white lighting was inadequate to illuminate the terrain below and to the side of the aircraft at the required operating height.

Issue number AO-2021-018-SI-02
Issue owner TOLL
Transport function Aviation: Other
Issue status Closed – Adequately addressed
Date issue released 14/07/2023
Issue status justification

The fitment of high‑intensity external lighting will ensure that terrain below and to the side of the aircraft will be adequately illuminated at the required operating height.

Safety action

Action type Proactive action
Action number AO-2021-018-PSA-98
Organisation TOLL
Action description

TOLL has fitted the high‑intensity Trakka searchlight to all contract aircraft, ensuring adequate lighting is available to illuminate the terrain at the required operating height during NVIS winching.

Action status Closed