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,…
Pilot should not hesitate to call and clarify another aircraft’s position and intentions. it is critical for pilots to broadcast and actively listen to the CTAF and maintain a vigilant lookout at…
An inspection of the aircraft wreckage found evidence of water in the right tip tank and airframe fuel filter bowl. Pilots and operators need to inspect and maintain fuel cap seals 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…
Carburettor icing can have serious safety implications for aircraft. This was shown most recently in an accident near Miranda Downs in Queensland. On 6 July 2012, a Robinson R22 Beta was…