The ATSB’s investigation into the engine failure of a Cirrus SR22 aircraft shows why it’s vital to always follow the aircraft manufacturer’s operating guidance.
During a…
The ATSB has just released a new aviation bulletin containing 10 investigation reports. The Aviation Short Investigation Bulletin Issue 18 covers short, office-based investigations. …
An unmanned airship was on a test flight in Keysborough, Victoria when its remote-pilot lost control before the aircraft flew into the controlled airspace of Moorabbin Airport.
The…
A new ATSB report examines the effectiveness of emergency locator transmitters (ELTs) and reveals how pilots can increase their chances of being rescued after an aviation accident. …
Pilots are being urged to remain focused at all stages of flight following an in-flight distraction that resulted in a fatal accident.
The accident occurred on 4 February 2012…
The swift actions of a jet’s flight crew following a shattered windshield in flight has shown how good flight planning can make all the difference.
On 15 January 2013, a Cessna…
A fatal accident near Hallston, Victoria has illustrated the dangers of partial power loss after take-off in single-engine aircraft — a problem that the ATSB has been emphasising to the…
The ATSB is warning of the dangers of improvising or modifying established procedures after a winching accident resulted in the death of a paramedic.
On Christmas Eve 2011, an…
Aircraft passengers are being reminded to fasten their seatbelts at all times while seated after a Virgin Boeing 737 encountered wake turbulence.
The incident occurred on 13…
The ATSB has just released a new aviation bulletin containing 10 investigation reports. The Aviation Short Investigation Bulletin Issue 17 covers short, office-based investigations. …
