An unstable approach due to excessive height and airspeed contributed to an Airvan charter aircraft overrunning the runway on landing at Rat Island, Western Australia, an ATSB investigation…
Barwon Heads Airport, Victoria, Barwon Heads Airport, Victoria, 208, 20800077, Turboprop, VH-UMV, Part 91 General operating and flight rules, Substantial, Cessna Aircraft Company, Experience Co Limited
AO-2023-049
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has commenced a transport safety investigation into the forced landing of a Cessna 208 Caravan skydiving aircraft, carrying a pilot and 17 passengers, near Barwon Heads on Friday morning. During initial climb after take-off from Barwon Heads, the pilot observed an engine malfunction and conducted a forced landing. during which the aircraft was substantially damaged. ATSB investigators have commenced early evidence collection and assessment activities, including gathering information…
Gold Coast Airport, 172M, 17266434, Piston, VH-JUA, Part 141 Recreational, private and commercial pilot flight training, Substantial, Cessna Aircraft Company, Air Gold Coast Pty Ltd
AO-2023-048
An interim report from the investigation into an accident where the driver of a freight train was fatally injured while outside the cabin details the circumstances of the accident, safety…