An ATSB investigation has uncovered a 27 year-old omission that rendered an aircraft manufacturer’s safety bulletin ineffective. As a result of this discovery, the manufacturer issued a new…
The seaman fell off the platform and hung from his harness while shouting for help.
Rigging a pilot ladder while working over the side of a ship can be a hazardous task and it is imperative that all…
The ATSB investigation into a serious incident at Melbourne Airport, Victoria has demonstrated the requirements and complexities that come with the use of automatic flight systems. While…
Pilots should seek the advice of a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME) if they become aware of any condition that could affect their ability to safely carry out the privileges of their…
Air traffic control (ATC) local procedures need to be unambiguous and encompass all possible operational circumstances. That is the safety message arising from the loss of separation between…
Three important lessons have emerged from the ATSB’s investigation into the capsize of the tug Adonis at Gladstone, Qld on 11 June 2011:
Masters of…
Pilots are reminded to be diligent in the performance of checklist items during all stages of flight as they are there to capture errors made before and during flight.
Checklists are the most…
When conducting remote area aerial operations, always carry personal communications equipment.
Take appropriate care when refuelling aircraft.
In emergency or abnormal situations, it is important to…
During a landing roll, pilot inadvertently retracted the landing gear of an Aero Commander 500S.
Pilots should take the time to identify any control lever before they action it.
The…
A go-around is a standard manoeuvre when a pilot is not completely satisfied that the requirements are in place for a safe landing.
The sooner a condition that warrants a go-around is recognised,…
