Safety issue
| Safety issue description |
The aircraft did not have the modifications recommended by CASA for Cessna 206 emergency exits, increasing the likelihood of impeded egress during emergency situations. |
|---|---|
| Issue number | AO-2024-049-SI-02 |
| Issue owner | Fly Esperance Pty Ltd |
| Transport function | Aviation: General aviation |
| Issue status | Closed – Not addressed |
| Date issue released | 30/06/2025 |
| Issue finalisation date | 02/09/2025 |
Safety action
| Action type | Proactive action |
|---|---|
| Action number | AO-2024-049-PSA-03 |
| Organisation | Fly Esperance Pty Ltd |
| Action description |
Fly Esperance Pty Ltd is in the process of investigating the various STCs mentioned in the report, to see which will be best suited to VH-TDQ in order to improve egress from the aircraft in the event of flaps being deployed. |
| ATSB response |
ATSB acknowledges the due process being undertaken by the operator and awaits further communication from the operator to action the pending safety action. |
| Action status | Monitor |