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ATSB acknowledges ADS-B pioneer's induction into Aviation Hall of Fame
The ATSB congratulates the latest Australian aviation pioneers to be inducted into the Australian Aviation Hall of Fame, including ‘father of ADS-B in Australia’ Greg Dunstone. Mr…
Engine failure and forced landing involving Robinson R44, VH-OOE, 12.4 km from Tindal Airport, Northern Territory on 11 June 2025
R44, 1879, Helicopter, VH-OOE, Part 91 General operating and flight rules, Substantial, Robinson Helicopter Co, BBH Southern Highlands Pty Ltd
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R66 in-flight break-up highlights the risk of rapid right roll in turbulence-induced low-G scenarios
A Robinson R66 broke up in flight just 3.5 seconds after encountering a turbulence‑induced low‑G condition, with the helicopter rapidly rolling to the right and becoming inverted after the…
Cessna 206 cargo door emergency exit
AO-2024-049
Safety advisory notice To operators of all Cessna 206 variants The removal of a middle row seat or approved cargo door modifications can improve the survivability for occupants of the Cessna 206.  What happened On the morning of 1 September 2024, the pilot of a Cessna U206F took off from a private aircraft landing area, 40 km south-east of Moora, Western Australia, to conduct a local scenic flight with 5 passengers on board. On return to the landing area, after bouncing twice on landing, the pilot then attempted to conduct a go-around. However, an incorrect flap setting resulted in the…
Cessna 206 cargo door passenger pre-flight briefing
AO-2024-049
Safety advisory notice To operators of all Cessna 206 variants Emergency egress from the rear cargo doors becomes more complex with flaps extended.  Ensure passengers have a thorough understanding of the use of emergency exits. What happened On the morning of 1 September 2024, the pilot of a Cessna U206F took off from a private aircraft landing area, 40 km south‑east of Moora, Western Australia, to conduct a local scenic flight with 5 passengers on board. On return to the landing area, after bouncing twice on landing, the pilot then attempted to conduct a go‑around.…
South Geelong level crossing accident highlights the importance of inspection regimes identifying new hazards
A truck that was struck by an empty passenger train at a Geelong level crossing had entered the crossing from an unsealed side road that had developed through usage over time but had not been…
Unstable approach involving Boeing 737, VH-YIL, at Sydney Airport, New South Wales on 12 June 2025
Brisbane Airport, Queensland, Sydney Airport, New South Wales, 737-8FE, 38713, Jet, VH-YIL, Part 121 Air transport operations - larger aeroplanes, Nil, The Boeing Company
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Antenna failure involving Beechcraft King Air B200, VH-EEL, 55 km from Bankstown Airport, New South Wales, on 18 June 2025
Dubbo Airport, New South Wales, Bankstown Airport, New South Wales, B200, BB-1697, Turboprop, VH-EEL, Part 135 Air transport operations - smaller aeroplanes, Minor, Raytheon Aircraft Company, C J Aerospace Pty Ltd
AO-2025-031
PC-12 struck temporary light at night after clearance to enter closed taxiway
An incident in which a PC‑12 aeromedical aircraft struck a temporary light being used to mark a closed section of taxiway at Adelaide Airport highlights the importance of effective…
Multiple factors allowed opposing trains to enter same section of Melbourne track
Rail operators are advised to ensure consistent application of procedures, and that checks reduce the likelihood of single‑person errors, after two Melbourne trains entered the same section…