Safety issue
| Safety issue description |
The operator’s pre-flight passenger briefing did not include the demonstration of, and pilots were not trained how to operate, the emergency exit via the cargo door with the flaps extended. |
|---|---|
| Issue number | AO-2024-049-SI-01 |
| Issue owner | Fly Esperance Pty Ltd |
| Transport function | Aviation: General aviation |
| Issue status | Closed – Adequately addressed |
| Date issue released | 30/06/2025 |
| Issue finalisation date | 26/08/2025 |
Safety action
| Action type | Proactive action |
|---|---|
| Action number | AO-2024-049-PSA-01 |
| Organisation | Fly Esperance Pty Ltd |
| Action date | 15/08/2024 |
| Action description |
Fly Esperance Pty Ltd has conducted a staff training exercise to demonstrate the process for operating the rear door in the event of post-landing flap extension and has advised that procedure is to be emphasised on all pre-departure passenger briefings. |
| ATSB response |
The ATSB welcomes the training session provided to staff, but will continue to monitor this safety action until Fly Esperance Pty Ltd provides written evidence of adopting a procedural changes to staff training (induction and recurrent), and operational pre-flight safety briefings. |
| Action status | Monitor |