Training and assessment of approach speed
Date issue released
Issue number
Issue Status
Closed – Adequately addressed
Transport Function
Aviation: Air transport
Issue Owner
Wave Air
Mode of Transport
Aviation
Safety Issue Description

The training, supervision and checking flights conducted by Wave Air did not identify that an excessive approach speed was routinely being used by the pilot during the final approach to land.

Issue Status Justification

The changes to the training program and appointment of a new head of training and checking should ensure that knowledge gaps, including those associated with approach and landing procedures, are identified and corrected.

Proactive action
Action number
AO-2024-056-PSA-322
Organisation
Wave Air
Action Status
Closed
Action description

Wave Air conducted several actions in response to this issue:

  • The training and checking manual has been updated to more precisely detail training criteria.
  • A new head of training and checking has been appointed.
  • Pilots are required to complete examinations prior to commencing ICUS training and unsupervised operation.
  • The remedial training processes were updated.
  • 6-month flight reviews are now required for all pilots.