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…
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 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…
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…
Railway track operators must assess and manage track defects thoroughly to avoid derailments.
The derailment of the 47th wagon of a freight train at Port Augusta, South Australia…
The captain under training misunderstood the command from the training captain, which led to the early rotation.
On 6 February 2012 the flight crew of an Airbus A320-232, registered VH-JQX…
