Back to top
Collision with terrain involving Bell 206B-1, VH-ZDI, 9.3 km south-south-east of Tumbarumba, New South Wales, on 16 July 2023
near Tumbarumba, NSW, near Tumbarumba, NSW, Bell 206B-1, 44546, Helicopter, VH-ZDI, Part 91 General operating and flight rules, Substantial, Commonwealth Aircraft Corp
AO-2023-034
Expect the unexpected at level crossings
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is reminding all road users to be aware of their surroundings and avoid distractions when approaching level crossings. Rail Safety Week…
Pressurisation issue due to broken door seal seat emphasises importance of detailed, accurate communication between flight crew and maintenance engineers
A Saab 340 turboprop airliner was unable to pressurise due to two sections of broken door seal, which were misidentified by flight crews as cosmetic damage, an Australian Transport Safety…
Collision with terrain involving Robinson R44, VH-HRB, 95 km west-north-west of Borroloola, Northern Territory, on 7 August 2023
Limmen National Park, NT, Unknown, R44, 104, Helicopter, VH-HRB, Part 133 Air transport operations - rotorcraft, Substantial, Robinson Helicopter Co, Wellspring Rural Services Pty Ltd
AO-2023-037
Wallan train derailment investigation final report details breakdown in risk management processes
A breakdown in risk management processes contributed to the derailment of an XPT passenger train at Wallan, Victoria, a transport safety investigation report has found.…
Flight below minima incidents highlight data entry risks
Two separate occurrences in which 737 airliners flew below minimum altitude on the same arrival and approach into Cairns Airport, demonstrate the risks associated with data entry errors, and…
Testing and analysis on modification design not completed prior to Elwood balloon incident
An ATSB investigation into a serious hot air balloon incident in a Melbourne bayside suburb last year highlights the importance of engineering rigour in analysis, design and testing.…
Technical assistance to the Defence Flight Safety Bureau in support of MRH-90 Taipan helicopter accident, near Lindeman Island, Queensland on 28 July 2023
AE-2023-003
Trans-Tasman engine failure event highlights benefits of effective decision making
A 737 flight crew’s response to an engine failure over the Tasman Sea earlier this year highlights the benefits of effective decision-making and management of an unexpected situation, an…
Northern Territory R44 sightseeing helicopter accident highlights aircraft maintenance lessons
A sightseeing helicopter accident as a result of a seized bearing demonstrates the importance of ensuring all aircraft parts are maintained in accordance with regulations and manufacturer…