A new booklet released by the ATSB today dispels the myth that experience will always protect pilots from an accident.
The booklet Experience won’t always save you: Pilot…
On 17 November 2012, a pilot approaching Geelong (Grovedale) airstrip in a Piper PA-28R was feeling some apprehension: he did not hear any broadcasts from aircraft operating at the airstrip…
Pilots and operators of Bombardier DHC-8-100, -200 and -300 series aircraft are being urged to take steps to reduce the risk of propeller overspeed following an incident involving a DHC-8-315…
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau urges pilots to take the time to ensure they have all the information they need before landing their aircraft. This warning comes after an accident in…
On 21 January 2013 the ATSB welcomed a delegation from the Republic of the Union of Myanmar. The delegation includes officials from the Myanmar Department of Civil Aviation and the Myanmar Aircraft…
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…
ATSB Chief Commissioner Martin Dolan's latest blog post.
The ATSB’s Chief Commissioner, Martin Dolan, has just published his latest blog post.
In his post, Martin talks about …
ATSB Chief Commissioner Martin Dolan's latest blog post.
The ATSB’s Chief Commissioner, Martin Dolan, has just published his latest blog post.
In his post, Martin talks about the…
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…
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…
