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DateATSB

Reference Number

Category ATSB Investigation Location State Aircraft

Manufacturer Model Operation Type

Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type

Airspace Class Summary

25/01/2012 201212915 Incident No

Sydney Aerodrome,

351° M 128Km (BULGA IFR)

NSWAIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A380-842Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA

During descent, the aircraft did not adhere to a height requirement issued by ATC.

01/12/2012 201212009 Incident NoMeekatharra Aerodrome,

SSW M 46KmWA AERO

COMMANDER 500-S Aerial Work Survey / Photographic G OCTA

During cruise, the pilot received abnormal fuel flow and pressure indications and the right engine began running roughly. The pilot shut down the engine and returned to Meekatharra. An engineering inspection revealed a fuel blockage due to fuel contamination.

06/12/2012 201212202 Incident NoKununurra Aerodrome, 296° M 7Km

WA

EMBRAER-EMPRESA

BRASILEIRA DE AERONAUTICA

EMB-120 ER Charter Passenger G CTAF

During the approach, the crew received abnormal engine indications and feathered the propellor. The crew shut down the engine during taxi. Engineers replaced an oil cooler bypass hose.

06/12/2012 201212672 Incident NoAuckland

International Airport

Other AIRBUS INDUSTRIE

A320-232 Air Transport High Capacity

Passenger Foreign OtherAfter boarding, the cabin crew detected fumes. An engineering inspection did not reveal the source of the fumes.

09/12/2012 201212280 Incident NoEssendon

Aerodrome, N M 19Km

VIC BELL HELICOPTER CO 412EP Charter Unknown C CTA

During cruise, the crew received a chip warning and diverted to Essendon. Engineers detected a small sliver of metal on the chip detector.

10/12/2012 201212304 Incident No

Maitland (NSW)

Aerodrome, 275° M 20Km

NSWPIPER AIRCRAFT

CORP PA-31-350 Charter Passenger C CTA

During cruise, the aircraft's electrical system failed. Engineers detected water contamination in two circuit breakers.

14/12/2012 201212441 Incident NoInverell

Aerodrome NSWBEECH

AIRCRAFT CORP C90AGeneral Aviation-Unknown

Unknown G CTAF

During the approach, the pilot received an unsafe landing gear indication and returned to Bankstown. An engineering inspection revealed a tripped landing gear circuit breaker.

14/12/2012 201212906 Incident NoEast Sale


VICBoeing

-----Unknown

737-----

Unknown

Air Transport High Capacity

-----Unknown

Check & Training

-----Unknown

C-----G

CTA-----

CTAF

During approach, the crew of the Boeing 737 received a TCAS RA on an aircraft. No radio broadcasts had been heard on the CTAF from the other aircraft.

17/12/2012 201212592 Incident NoBrisbane


QLDCESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY

S550 Private Unknown A CTA

During climb, a loud noise was heard and the aircraft began to depressurise. The crew donned oxygen masks and descended before returning to the Sunshine Coast. Engineers detected a faulty slat cooling assembly.

Note: This document is based on unverified occurrence reports and is provided for information and guidance only. The data herin is dynamic and is therefore subject to change due to updated informationFor the purpose of subsection 49(2) of the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003 (TSI Act) any On-Board Recordings (OBR) relating to a matter that the ATSB has decided not to investigate, as identified in this publication, are not to be treated as OBR on and after the date of publication of this weekly summary.Section 48 of the TSI Act contains a definition of an OBR. Part 6 Division 1 of the TSI Act provides for certain confidentiality protections which must be applied to OBR. When an OBR is declared not to be an OBR other protections may continue to apply such as those relating to personal information under privacy legislation.

Between 09 February 2013 and 15 February 2013

Occurrences Entered into the ATSB Aviation Safety Database

DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


18/12/2012 201212626 Incident NoGold Coast Aerodrome,

145° M 20KmNSW

BELL HELICOPTER CO 412 Aerial Work EMS C CTA

During cruise, the crew received a transmission chip warning and conducted a precautionary landing on an oval. An engineering inspection revealed a faulty chip detector.

24/12/2012 201212877 Incident NoKarratha

Aerodrome, N M 11Km

WA AEROSPATIALE INDUSTRIES

AS.332L Charter Passenger E CTADuring cruise, the stand-by battery failed and the helicopter returned to Karratha.

24/12/2012 201212930 Accident NoCanberra


NSW Airborne REV Sports Aviation Other G OCTAWhile preparing to launch, a wind gust caused the glider to lift and collide with a fence resulting in substantial damage.

25/12/2012 201212892 Incident Nonear Auckland International

AirportOther AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A320-232 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger Foreign Other

During descent, flight crew detected fumes in the cockpit. Engineers replaced the auxiliary power unit (APU).

31/12/2012 201212927 Accident NoCanberra


NSW Nova Factor 2 Sports Aviation Other G OCTADuring the tow launch, the tow weak link broke and the paraglider stalled. The paraglider collided with the ground and the pilot was seriously injured.

31/12/2012 201212929 Incident No Launceston Aerodrome TAS AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A320-232 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR

During a pre-flight inspection, evidence of a bird strike was detected. It could not be determined when the strike occurred.

02/01/2013 201300197 Incident No Brisbane Aerodrome QLD FOKKER B.V. F28 MK

0070 Aerial Work Test & Ferry C CTR

During takeoff, the airspeed indicator failed and the crew rejected the takeoff. An engineering inspection revealed an insect obstructing the air flow of the captain's pitot tube.

04/01/2013 201300496 Incident Nonear Adelaide

Aerodrome SAAIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A320-232Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA

During approach, the aircraft descended below its assigned altitude.

04/01/2013 201300749 Incident Yes - AO-2013-041

Launceston Aerodrome TAS THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8FE Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR

During the climb, the crew did not select the appropriate vertical mode and the aircraft pitched forward to maintain minimum speed. The investigation is continuing.

05/01/2013 201300634 Incident No Perth Aerodrome WA AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A330-243 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During initial climb, the crew received pitot static system warnings and returned to Perth. An engineering inspection did not reveal any faults with the pitot static system.

07/01/2013 201300697 Incident NoGarden Point Aerodrome,

337° M 707KmOther AIRBUS

INDUSTRIEA320-232 Air Transport

High CapacityPassenger A OCA

During cruise, the aircraft encountered turbulence and descended without a clearance.

07/01/2013 201300497 Incident NoQueenstown International

AirportOther AIRBUS


High CapacityPassenger Foreign Other

During approach, the aircraft encountered windshear and the crew conducted a missed approach.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


07/01/2013 201300736 Incident No Cairns Aerodrome QLD AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A320-232 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During takeoff, the aircraft struck a bird.

08/01/2013 201301384 Incident No Brisbane Aerodrome QLD

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 190-100 IGW

Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During the landing roll, the aircraft struck a bird.

10/01/2013 201300499 Incident NoChristchurch International

AirportOther AIRBUS


High CapacityPassenger Foreign Other

During approach, the aircraft encountered severe turbulence and the crew received an EGPWS SINK RATE warning.

10/01/2013 201300365 Incident No Prominent Hill Aerodrome

SA FOKKER B.V. F27 MK 50 Air Transport High Capacity

Passenger G CTAFDuring engine shut down after landing, smoke was detected in the cabin. An engineering inspection revealed a faulty right air cycle machine.

12/01/2013 201300590 Incident No

Perth Aerodrome,

106° M 91Km (BEVLY IFR)

WA AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A320-232 Air Transport

High Capacity Passenger A CTA

During cruise, the aircraft responded to an ATC instruction intended for an aircraft with a similar callsign.

15/01/2013 201300715 Incident NoLaunceston Aerodrome TAS

THE BOEING COMPANY 767-381F

Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR

During landing, the aircraft struck a plover.

15/01/2013 201300592 Incident No East Sale Aerodrome VIC Kingair B350 Military Other C CTR During the takeoff, the aircraft struck a bird and the

takeoff was rejected.

15/01/2013 201300409 Incident NoAmberley

Aerodrome, NW M 46Km

QLD

DORNIER WERKE GMBH

-----Boeing

DO 228-202 K

-----FA18

Air Transport Low Capacity

-----Military

Unknown-----

Other

PRD-----PRD

PRD-----PRD

The Dornier Do 228 was cleared to descend and transferred to the next controller. The Boeing F/A-18 was cleared, no restrictions, on a crossing track with the Do 228 resulting in a loss of separation

15/01/2013 201300812 Incident No near Adelaide Aerodrome SA AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A320-232 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA During cruise, the aircraft encountered turbulence

and descended without a clearance.

15/01/2013 201300414 Incident NoPerth

Aerodrome, NE M 74Km

WA FOKKER B.V. F28 MK 0100

Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA

During approach, the crew detected fumes in the cockpit and received a right engine vibration warning. An engineering inspection found an excessive gap in the rotating fairing.

16/01/2013 201300632 Incident No Townsville Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8FE Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During takeoff, the aircraft struck a small bird.

16/01/2013 201300661 Incident No near Esperance Aerodrome WA THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-838 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA

During cruise, cabin crew detected fumes. The source was identified as a passenger's phone charger, which had overheated.

16/01/2013 201300501 Incident No Tyagarah (ALA) VIC Airborne edge XT

912 Sports Aviation Other G OCTA The hang glider landed hard and sustained minor damage.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


16/01/2013 201300585 Incident Nonear Lismore Aerodrome NSW

CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY

-----PIPER AIRCRAFT

CORP

172P-----

PA-24-260

Flying Training-----

Aerial Work

Training Dual-----

Unknown

G-----G

CTAF-----

CTAF

While in the circuit, the Piper PA-24 passed above the Cessna 172. The 172 crew manouvered to ensure separation. The crews of both aircraft reported being on the CTAF and not hearing any radio calls from each other prior to passing.

16/01/2013 201301363 Incident NoRichmond

(NSW) Aerodrome

NSW

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORP-----

Lockheed Martin

PA-28-181-----

C-130

Flying Training-----

Military

Unknown-----

Other

C-----C

CTR-----CTR

The Piper PA-28 did not comply with the circuit entry instruction and followed the incorrect Lockheed C-130.

16/01/2013 201300564 Incident No Broome Aerodrome

WA BEECH AIRCRAFT CORP

58 Charter Passenger D CTR

During approach, the engine began to run roughly and the pilot detected abnormal engine indications. An engineering inspection revealed that the left engine stud at the back of the oil pump housing had detached leading to the loss of oil.

17/01/2013 201300529 Incident No Ayers Rock Aerodrome NT

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 190-100 IGW

Air Transport High Capacity Passenger G CTAF

During approach, the aircraft encountered windshear. The aircraft bounced on touch down and the crew conducted a missed approach.

17/01/2013 201300486 Incident No

Cocos (Keeling)

Island Aerodrome,

273° M 2006Km

(PANDU IFR)

Other AIRBUS INDUSTRIES A340-313E Air Transport

High Capacity Passenger A OCA

The aircraft diverted off track without a clearance.



QLD


-----ATR - GIE Avions

de Transport Regional

T303-----

ATR72-212A

General Aviation-Unknown

-----Air Transport High Capacity

Unknown-----

Passenger

C-----C

CTR-----CTA

The Cessna 303 entered controlled airspace without a clearance resulting in a loss of separation with the ATR72.


INDUSTRIE A330-202 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During approach, the aircraft struck a bird.

18/01/2013 201300587 Incident No Adelaide Aerodrome SA BRITISH

AEROSPACE PLCBAE 146-

300Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During approach, the crew received a GPWS SINK

RATE warning and conducted a missed approach.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


18/01/2013 201300503 Incident No

Quilpie Aerodrome,

034° M 87Km (VILOL IFR)

QLDAIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A380-842Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA

During cruise, the first officer became incapacitated and was replaced by the second officer for the remainder of the flight.

18/01/2013 201300643 Incident No Sydney Aerodrome NSW THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8FE Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA During approach, the aircraft encountered severe

turbulence.

18/01/2013 201300505 Incident No near Bankstown Aerodrome

NSW PIPER AIRCRAFT CORP

PA-34-200TGeneral Aviation-Unknown

Unknown D CTRDuring approach, the aircraft descended below its assigned altitude.

18/01/2013 201300525 Incident No Cairns Aerodrome QLD Cessna Citation Unknown Unknown C CTA The aircraft did not adhere to the tracking

requirements of the SWIFT SEVEN SID.


Aerodrome WAAIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A320-232Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During initial climb, the aircraft encountered windshear.

18/01/2013 201300540 Incident No Jandakot Aerodrome

WA


PIPER AIRCRAFT CORP

PA-28-180-----

PA-32-260


-----General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown-----

Unknown

D-----D

CTR-----CTR

While in the circuit, the Piper PA-28 turned base inside the Piper PA-32. The PA-32 crew conducted a go-around to ensure separation.

18/01/2013 201300618 Incident No Perth Aerodrome WA FOKKER B.V. F27 MK 50 Air Transport

High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During the take-off run, the crew received abnormal engine indications, rejected the takeoff and returned to the bay. Engineers replaced the left engine high pressure (NH) gauge. After a subsequent takeoff, the gauge began fluctuating again and the aircraft returned to Perth. Engineers replaced the NH sensor.

18/01/2013 201300566 Incident NoCairns

Aerodrome QLDThe aerodrome taxiway lights partially failed.

18/01/2013 201300554 Incident No Parkes Aerodrome NSW THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-838 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA During cruise, the aircraft encountered windshear

resulting in an airframe overspeed.

18/01/2013 201300558 Incident No near Sydney Aerodrome NSW THE BOEING

COMPANY 767-336 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA

During approach, the aircraft encountered windshear and the crew conducted a missed approach.

18/01/2013 201300968 Incident No near Melbourne Aerodrome VIC AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A330-202 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA During approach, the aircraft struck a bird.

19/01/2013 201300521 Incident No near Sydney Aerodrome

NSW AIRBUS INDUSTRIE


Passenger C CTADuring climb, the cabin crew detected fumes emanating from the galley ovens, which dissipated when the ovens were switched off.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


19/01/2013 201300522 Incident No near Cairns Aerodrome

QLD AIRBUS INDUSTRIE


Passenger C CTADuring climb, the cabin crew detected fumes emanating from the galley ovens, which dissipated when the ovens were switched off.

19/01/2013 201300494 Incident No Grafton Aerodrome NSW S.A.A.B.

AIRCRAFT CO 340B Air Transport Low Capacity Passenger G CTAF

After engine start, the crew received a lavatory smoke alarm and the master caution illuminated. Engineers replaced a smoke detector.

19/01/2013 201300650 Incident No Redcliffe Aerodrome

QLDDE HAVILLAND AIRCRAFT PTY

LTDDH-82A Charter Passenger G OCTA

During taxi, the aircraft encountered a wind gust. The pilot lost control and the propellor and right wing struck the ground.

19/01/2013 201300621 Incident NoWhite Cliffs (ALA), N M

74KmNSW

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORP PA-32-260 Aerial Work Other G OCTA

During cruise, the engine cowl unlatched and partially detached from the aircraft resulting in minor wing damage. An inspection did not reveal any faults with the latches.

19/01/2013 201300495 Incident NoGrafton

Aerodrome NSWS.A.A.B.

AIRCRAFT CO 340B Aerial WorkTest &

Ferry G CTAFDuring taxi, the aircraft collided with a stationary aircraft and sustained minor damage to the wingtip.

19/01/2013 201300515 Incident No Jandakot Aerodrome

WA PIPER AIRCRAFT CORP

PA-28-181General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown D CTRDuring approach, the pilot selected an incorrect radio frequency.

19/01/2013 201300445 Incident No Horn Island Aerodrome QLD REIMS AVIATION

S.A. F406 Aerial Work Other G CTAF During post flight inspection, the left wing outboard stall strip was found to be missing.

20/01/2013 201300517 Incident Nonear Alice

Springs Aerodrome

NTPIPER AIRCRAFT

CORP PA-32R-301 Private Other D CTR

During the approach, the crew recieved a hydraulic warning and conducted an emergency landing gear extension. An inspection revealed a crack in a hydraulic fitting.

20/01/2013 201300518 Incident No Sydney Aerodrome NSW AIRBUS

INDUSTRIES A330-343E Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR The aircraft landed with hydraulic failure and had to

be towed off the runway.

20/01/2013 201300549 Incident No Broome Aerodrome WA The Broome NDB failed.

20/01/2013 201300591 Incident No Jaspers Brush Aerodrome NSW Bantam B22J Flying Training Training Dual G OCTA During landing, the left main axle failed and the

wheel detached.

21/01/2013 201300421 Incident NoRavensthorpe Aerodrome,

085° M 96KmWA FOKKER B.V. F27 MK 50 Air Transport

High Capacity Passenger C CTA

During descent, flight crew detected fumes and donned oxygen masks. Cabin crew subsequently detected fumes and smoke. A precautionary disembarkation was conducted after landing. Engineers detected a faulty left air cycle machine.

21/01/2013 201300594 Incident No Hobart Aerodrome TAS


172S Flying Training Training Solo D CTRDuring landing, the aircraft collided with a runway light.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


21/01/2013 201300636 Incident No Melbourne Aerodrome

VIC THE BOEING COMPANY

737-8KG Air Transport High Capacity

Passenger UnknownDuring a post flight inspection, evidence of a lightning strike was detected. It could not be determined when the strike occurred.

21/01/2013 201300705 Incident No Williamtown Aerodrome NSW BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-315 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During unloading, unmanifested baggage was

detected.

22/01/2013 201300704 Incident No Hobart Aerodrome TAS AIRBUS


During taxi, the cabin crew detected smoke in the galley. The source of the smoke was traced to food residue in an oven.

22/01/2013 201300630 Incident No

Christmas Island


(MUTMI IFR)

Other Boeing 777-31H/ERAir Transport High Capacity Passenger A OCA

The aircraft diverted off track without a clearance.

22/01/2013 201301381 Incident No near Brisbane Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8BK Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA

During the approach, the crew received a leading edge flaps warning and conducted a missed approach. An engineering inspection revealed a faulty sensor.

22/01/2013 201300660 Incident No Canberra Aerodrome ACT

ATR - GIE Avions de Transport

Regional

ATR72-212A


During the approach, the aircraft struck a small bird.

22/01/2013 201300603 Incident NoWilliamtown Aerodrome,

240° M 24KmNSW CIRRUS DESIGN

CORPORATION SR22General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown G OCTAThe aircraft entered restricted airspace without a clearance.

22/01/2013 201300625 Incident No Adelaide Aerodrome SA DE HAVILLAND

CANADA DHC-8-202 Aerial Work Survey / Photographic C CTR The aircraft did not taxi in accordance with ATC

instructions.

22/01/2013 201300759 Incident Nonear Exmouth

(ALA) WAAEROSPATIALE

INDUSTRIES AS.332L Charter Passenger G OCTA

During initial climb, the crew received a main gear box (MGB) chip warning and returned to the rig. An insection revealed a small metal sliver on the chip detector.

22/01/2013 201300644 Incident No

Christmas Island

Aerodrome, 115° M 382Km (LAMOB IFR)

Other Airbus Industrie A320-232 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA

Coordination details were passed late on an aircraft approaching the airspace boundary.



During the pre-flight inspection, the crew detected damage to the aircraft caused by the passenger stairs.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


22/01/2013 201300888 Incident No

Melbourne Aerodrome,

063° M 148Km (BULLA IFR)

VIC

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 190-100 IGW


While holding, the aircraft descended below its assigned altitude.

23/01/2013 201300712 Incident No Melbourne Aerodrome VIC THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-376 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA During final approach, the aircraft struck a bird.

23/01/2013 201301110 Incident No Pearce Aerodrome

WA BAE Systems Hawk 127 Military Other C CTRDuring the post-flight inspection, evidence of a birdstrike was detected. It could not be determined when the strike occurred.

23/01/2013 201300653 Incident No Darwin Aerodrome NT Airbus Industrie A340-313X Military Other C CTR During the take-off run, the aircraft struck a bird.

23/01/2013 201300693 Incident No

Sydney Aerodrome,

088° M 272Km (WARTY IFR)

Other

AIRBUS INDUSTRIES

-----THE BOEING

COMPANY

A330-202-----

737-8X2



Passenger-----

Passenger

A-----A

CTA-----CTA

During climb, the Airbus A330 did not meet a height requirement issued by ATC resulting in a loss of separation with the Boeing 737.

23/01/2013 201300724 Incident No Karratha Aerodrome WA

RAYTHEON AIRCRAFT COMPANY

B200 Charter Passenger G CTAFDuring taxi, the aircraft struck a mud lark.

23/01/2013 201300774 Incident Nonear Cairns Aerodrome QLD

BOMBARDIER INC DHC-8-315


During approach, the aircraft struck a swallow.

23/01/2013 201300654 Incident No Adelaide Aerodrome SA BEECH

AIRCRAFT CORP C90General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown C CTRThe aircraft did not taxi in accordance with ATC instructions.

23/01/2013 201300647 Incident No Essendon Aerodrome VIC MITSUBISHI

AIRCRAFT INT MU-2B-20General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown C CTRThe aircraft entered the runway without a clearance.

23/01/2013 201300656 Incident NoAlice Springs Aerodrome, 270° M 2Km

NT ROBINSON HELICOPTER CO R44


Unknown D CTRThe helicopter entered controlled airspace and landed at Alice Springs without a clearance.

23/01/2013 201300708 Incident No Brisbane Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 767-338 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR While conducting a walkaround, the crew were

affected by jet blast from an Airbus A330.

23/01/2013 201300658 Incident NoCanberra

Aerodrome ACTBOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-402Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During landing, the aircraft struck a galah.

23/01/2013 201300931 Incident No Mount Isa Aerodrome QLD

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 190-100 IGW


During approach, the aircraft struck a small bird.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


23/01/2013 201300709 Incident No Mount Isa Aerodrome

QLD Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown G CTAFIt was reported that an aircraft was operating in the CTAF without the crew communicating its intentions.

23/01/2013 201300657 Incident No Sydney Aerodrome NSW BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-402 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During landing, the aircraft struck a silver gull.

23/01/2013 201300687 Incident NoRoma

Aerodrome QLD

BOMBARDIER INC-----

Unknown

DHC-8-315-----

Unknown



Passenger-----

Unknown

G-----G

CTAF-----

CTAF

During the approach, the crew received a TCAS RA on an aircraft operating in the CTAF, but broadcasting on an incorrect frequency. While in the climb, in response to the TCAS RA, a minor engine overtorque occurred.

23/01/2013 201300703 Incident No Roma Aerodrome QLD BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-315 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger G CTAF

During approach, the crew conducted a climb in accordance with a TCAS RA and a momentary engine over-torque occurred.

23/01/2013 201300702 Incident Nooverhead Essendon Aerodrome

VIC FOKKER B.V. F27 MK 50 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA

The aircraft descended below its assigned level.

23/01/2013 201300696 Incident No Cairns Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 717-200 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During approach, the aircraft struck a bird.


Aerodrome QLDBOMBARDIER


During landing, the aircraft struck a bat.

23/01/2013 201300723 Incident NoTownsville Aerodrome,

196° M 26KmQLD BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-315 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA

During approach, the aircraft encountered moderate turbulence resulting in a flap overspeed.

23/01/2013 201300700 Incident No Cloncurry Aerodrome QLD FOKKER B.V. F28 MK

0100Air Transport High Capacity Passenger G CTAF

During approach, the crew received a flap computer warning and conducted a flapless landing. An engineering inspection identified water ingress in the No. 3 flap synchro connector.

23/01/2013 201300701 Incident NoMelbourne Aerodrome,

170° M 56KmVIC AIRBUS

INDUSTRIES A380-861 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA

During climb, the crew detected a landing gear door warning, conducted a fuel dump and returned to Melbourne.

24/01/2013 201300718 Incident No Rockhampton Aerodrome QLD BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-402 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR During takeoff, the aircraft struck a bird.



QLD AEROSPATIALE INDUSTRIES AS.365N2


Unknown C CTAThe helicopter entered controlled airspace without a clearance.

24/01/2013 201300706 Incident No Kingscote Aerodrome SA S.A.A.B.

AIRCRAFT CO 340B Air Transport Low Capacity Passenger G CTAF During takeoff, the aircraft struck a hawk.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


24/01/2013 201300755 Incident No Cairns Aerodrome

QLD BOMBARDIER INC

DHC-8-315 Air Transport High Capacity

Passenger C CTRDuring approach, the aircraft encountered severe turbulence and the crew conducted a missed approach.

24/01/2013 201300717 Incident No Mildura Aerodrome VIC


172SGeneral Aviation-Unknown

Unknown G OCTA

During the approach, the pilot reported uncertainty concerning the aircraft's position and requested navigation assistance. ATC provided navigational assistance.

24/01/2013 201300732 Incident No Perth Aerodrome WA



PA-44-180-----172S



Unknown-----

Unknown

C-----C

CTR-----CTR

The Piper PA-44 was tracking to Jandakot and ATC cleared the Cessna 172 to enter Perth control zone resulting in a loss of separation.



WA PIPER AIRCRAFT CORP

PA-28-181General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown C CTAThe aircraft entered controlled airspace without a clearance.

24/01/2013 201300725 Incident NoAdelaide


SACESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY



24/01/2013 201300730 Incident NoCoffs Harbour Aerodrome,

188° M 65KmNSW BOMBARDIER

INCDHC-8-402 Air Transport

High CapacityPassenger A CTA

During approach, the aircraft did not track in accordance with ATC instructions.

24/01/2013 201300772 Incident No Devonport Aerodrome TAS BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-315 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR During landing, the aircraft struck a sparrow.

24/01/2013 201301118 Incident No Sunshine Coast Aerodrome QLD AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A320-232 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR

During the approach, the crew received a brake warning and diverted to Brisbane. An engineering inspection did not reveal any faults with the brake system.

24/01/2013 201300832 Incident No abeam Adelaide Aerodrome SA AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A330-202 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA

During cruise, the crew received hydraulic system warnings. Engineers detected a faulty o-ring in a module servo control pressure line.

24/01/2013 201300823 Incident No Townsville Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-838 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During initial climb, the aircraft struck a bird.

24/01/2013 201300739 Incident No

Christmas Island

Aerodrome, 129° M 267Km (ATMAL IFR)

Other AIRBUS INDUSTRIES A320-232 Air Transport


No coordination details were passed on an aircraft approaching the airspace boundary.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type



NSW BOMBARDIER INC


Passenger C CTRThe aircraft conducted a missed approach due to loss of communication with ATC. ATC reported having a headset failure.

25/01/2013 201300740 Incident No Moorabbin Aerodrome VIC A vehicle entered the runway without a clearance.

25/01/2013 201300893 Incident No Mackay Aerodrome QLD BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-402 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR

During two take-off runs, the crew received air data computer warnings and rejected both takeoffs. Engineers replaced the integrated stand-by instrument.

25/01/2013 201300767 Incident No near Cairns Aerodrome QLD BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-315 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA During approach in moderate turbulent conditions,

the crew received a GPWS BANK ANGLE alert.

25/01/2013 201300829 Incident NoCanberra

Aerodrome ACTTHE BOEING

COMPANY 737-476Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During initial climb, the aircraft struck a bird.

25/01/2013 201300818 Incident NoMackay

Aerodrome QLDAIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A320-232Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR

During landing, the aircraft struck a nankeen kestrel.

25/01/2013 201300760 Incident No Bankstown Aerodrome NSW PIPER AIRCRAFT

CORP PA-32-300General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown D CTRThe crew did not adhere to ATC instructions and joined final for the incorrect runway.

25/01/2013 201300836 Incident No Parafield Aerodrome SA


172S Flying Training Training Dual D CTRDuring landing, the pilot lost directional control and the aircraft veered off the runway. The tail struck the ground resulting in minor damage.

25/01/2013 201301132 Incident No

Cocos (Keeling)

Island Aerodrome

Other LOCKHEED GEORGIA AP-3C Military Other G CTAF

During the landing roll, the aircraft struck a bird.

25/01/2013 201300683 Incident No Albury Aerodrome NSW BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-402 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR During takeoff, the aircraft struck a magpie.

25/01/2013 201300778 Incident NoHobart

Aerodrome TASThe TASWAM radar failed.


Aerodrome WATHE BOEING


No coordination details were passed on an aircraft taxying across the runway.

25/01/2013 201300816 Incident No Mackay Aerodrome QLD

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 190-100 IGW

Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR

During initial climb, the aircraft struck a bird.

25/01/2013 201300780 Incident NoCoffs Harbour Aerodrome,

210° M 48KmNSW PIPER AIRCRAFT

CORP PA-31-350General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown C CTAThe aircraft diverted off track without a clearance.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


26/01/2013 201300828 Incident NoLondon

Heathrow Airport

Other AIRBUS INDUSTRIE


Passenger Foreign OtherDuring boarding, undeclared dangerous goods (lithium battery) were detected.

26/01/2013 201300988 Incident No Perth Aerodrome WA THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-838 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

The ground controller cleared the aircraft to cross the runway without coordinating with the tower controller.

26/01/2013 201300826 Incident No near Melbourne Aerodrome VIC THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-838 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA During cruise, the aircraft encountered windshear

resulting in a momentary airframe overspeed.

26/01/2013 201300814 Incident NoDarwin

Aerodrome NTAIRBUS


During the take-off run, the aircraft struck a black kite (bird).

26/01/2013 201300795 Incident No near Tamworth Aerodrome NSW BEECH

AIRCRAFT CORP 76 Flying Training Training Dual D CTA

During the take-off run, the crew detected an unsecured inspection panel on the left engine and rejected the takeoff. After departing, the crew detected that the corresponding inspection panel on the right engine was also unsecured and returned to Tamworth.

26/01/2013 201300788 Incident No

Cocos (Keeling)

Island Aerodrome

Other Lockheed AP-3C Military Other G OCTA

The crew of the Lockheed APC-3 upgraded to an IFR flight without notifying ATC. This resulted in traffic information not being passed to a departing aircraft.

26/01/2013 201301138 Incident No Emerald Aerodrome QLD

FOKKER B.V.-----

Unknown

F28 MK 0100-----

Unknown


-----Unknown

Passenger-----

Unknown

G-----G

CTAF-----

CTAF

During the approach, the Fokker F28 crew received a TCAS alert on an aircraft operating below and conducted a missed approach. No radio broadcasts were heard from the other aircraft.

27/01/2013 201300882 Incident NoBali


Other FOKKER B.V. F28 MK 0100


Passenger Foreign OtherDuring the initial climb, the aircraft struck a bird and returned to Denpasar.


Aerodrome QLDTHE BOEING

COMPANY 737-81DAir Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During short final approach, the aircraft encountered windshear.

27/01/2013 201300790 Serious Incident No Jandakot

Aerodrome WA

EXTRA-FLUGZEUGBAU

GMBH-----

GROB - BURKHAART

FLUGZEUGBAU

EA 300L-----

G-115C2



Unknown-----

Unknown

D-----D

CTR-----CTR

The Extra EA-300 was conducting a missed approach and came in close proximity to the Grob G115 overflying the aerodrome at the same altitude.

27/01/2013 201300876 Incident No Brisbane Aerodrome QLD BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-402 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During landing, the aircraft struck two medium-

sized birds.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


27/01/2013 201300833 Incident No

near Johannesburg International

Airport

OtherTHE BOEING

COMPANY 747-438Air Transport High Capacity Passenger Foreign Other

During climb in turbulent conditions, the crew received a momentary stick shaker activation.

27/01/2013 201300813 Incident No near Robinvale Aerodrome

VIC Jabiru J170CGeneral Aviation-Unknown

Unknown G OCTADuring cruise, the engine ran roughly and the crew detected an abnormal oil pressure indication and diverted to Robinvale.




During final approach, the aircraft encountered windshear.

27/01/2013 201300692 Incident No Brisbane Aerodrome QLD BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-402 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During approach, the aircraft encountered severe

turbulence, resulting in a minor flap overspeed.

27/01/2013 201300830 Incident No Brisbane Aerodrome

QLD THE BOEING COMPANY

737-838 Air Transport High Capacity

Passenger C CTR

During approach, the aircraft encountered windshear and the crew conducted a missed approach. While conducting the missed approach, the aircraft again encountered windshear, resulting in a flap overspeed.

27/01/2013 201300800 Incident No

Nadi International

Airport, 234° M 604Km

(ENOUS IFR)

Other Dassault Falcon 20G Military Other A CTA

The crew did not update a waypoint estimate, with the aircraft arriving five minutes early.

28/01/2013 201300804 Incident No

Christmas Island

Aerodrome, 116° M 382Km (LAMOB IFR)

Other Airbus Industrie A330-323X Air Transport High Capacity

Passenger A CTA

Incorrect coordination details were passed on an aircraft approaching the airspace boundary.

28/01/2013 201300803 Incident No Melbourne Aerodrome VIC

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 190-100 IGW


The aircraft did not taxi in accordance with ATC instructions.


230° M 13KmVIC Boeing 777-2D7 Air Transport

High Capacity Passenger C CTAThe aircraft did not adhere to the tracking requirements of the BISON FOUR SID.

28/01/2013 201300808 Incident No Sydney Aerodrome NSW THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8KG Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During the post flight inspection, engineers detected that the lower anti-collision beacon lens cover was missing.

28/01/2013 201300672 Incident No Century Mine Aerodrome QLD FOKKER B.V. F28 MK

0100Air Transport High Capacity Passenger G CTAF During landing, the aircraft struck a bird.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


28/01/2013 201300670 Incident No Mackay Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8FE Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR During approach, the aircraft struck a masked

lapwing.

28/01/2013 201300669 Incident No Cairns Aerodrome QLD AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A321-231 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During takeoff, the aircraft struck a bird.

29/01/2013 201300992 Incident NoSuvarnabhumi

Airport (Bangkok)

Other AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A330-303 Air Transport

High Capacity Passenger Foreign OtherDuring approach, the aircraft struck a bird.

29/01/2013 201300689 Incident No Brisbane Aerodrome QLD FOKKER B.V. F28 MK

0100Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During initial climb, the aircraft struck a bird.

29/01/2013 201300984 Incident NoMelbourne Aerodrome VIC

The Boeing Company 737-8H6


The aircraft did not taxi in accordance with ATC instructions.

29/01/2013 201300909 Incident NoMoranbah Aerodrome QLD



During landing, the aircraft struck a bird.

29/01/2013 201300874 Incident No Cairns Aerodrome QLD FOKKER B.V. F28 MK

0100Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During final approach, the aircraft struck two

sparrows.

29/01/2013 201300906 Incident No Bathurst Aerodrome

NSW S.A.A.B. AIRCRAFT CO

340B Air Transport High Capacity

Passenger G CTAFDuring a post-flight inspection, evidence of a bird strike was detected. It could not be determined when the strike occurred.



QLDCESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY

210NGeneral Aviation-Unknown


29/01/2013 201300898 Incident NoTownsville Aerodrome QLD




29/01/2013 201301077 Incident NoOakey


QLDCESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY

172RGeneral Aviation-Unknown


29/01/2013 201300887 Incident No Darwin Aerodrome NT


402B Unknown Unknown C CTRATC cleared the aircraft to land while a vehicle was occupying the runway.

29/01/2013 201301079 Incident NoAmberley


QLD ROBINSON HELICOPTER CO

R44General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown C CTRThe helicopter entered controlled airspace without a clearance.

29/01/2013 201300891 Incident Nonear Sunshine

Coast Aerodrome

QLD BEECH AIRCRAFT CORP 200


Unknown C CTANo coordination details were passed on an aircraft approaching the airspace boundary.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


29/01/2013 201300743 Incident Nonear

Rockhampton Aerodrome

QLDTHE BOEING

COMPANY 737-838Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA

During cruise, the crew detected abnormal pressurisation indications. The crew donned oxygen masks, conducted an emergency descent and diverted to Rockhampton. The engineering inspection revealed that the rear safety relief valves had been painted over.


COMPANY 737-8FE Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During the approach, the aircraft struck a small bird.

29/01/2013 201301256 Incident No Rockhampton Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 717-200 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR During the initial climb, the aircraft struck a bird.

29/01/2013 201300998 Incident Nonear Adelaide

Aerodrome SATHE BOEING

COMPANY 737-7BKAir Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA

During cruise, cabin crew detected smoke emanating from an oven.

29/01/2013 201300930 Incident No Gladstone Aerodrome QLD


Regional

ATR72-212A


During climb, the aircraft struck a bird.

29/01/2013 201300991 Incident Nonear Darwin Aerodrome NT

THE BOEING COMPANY 737-838


During descent, the aircraft was struck by lightning.

30/01/2013 201300994 Incident No Lowendal Island (ALA)

WAKAWASAKI

HEAVY INDUSTRIES

BK117 B-2 Charter Passenger G OCTA

After engine start, the No. 1 engine shut down uncommanded. An engineering inspection could not determine the cause of the shut-down and engineers replaced the temperature compensator and fuel control unit (FCU).


(NSW) Aerodrome

NSW Bombardier Aerospace

CL-604 Military Other C CTRDuring landing, the aircraft struck multiple birds.



QLD BELL HELICOPTER CO 206B


Unknown C CTRThe aircraft entered controlled airspace without a clearance.

30/01/2013 201300989 Incident NoChristmas

Creek Aerodrome

WA THE BOEING COMPANY 737-838 Air Transport

High Capacity Passenger G CTAFDuring climb, the crew received a GPWS BANK ANGLE warning.

30/01/2013 201300996 Incident NoKarratha


WA AEROSPATIALE INDUSTRIES AS.332L Charter Passenger G OCTA

During the cruise, the crew received a door warning. An engineering inspection revealed a failed spring thrust washer roll pin.

30/01/2013 201300960 Incident No Canberra Aerodrome ACT

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 190-100 IGW


During landing, the aircraft struck a magpie lark.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


30/01/2013 201301112 Incident No Amberley Aerodrome

QLD THE BOEING COMPANY

C17 Military Other C CTRDuring the post-flight inspection, evidence of a birdstrike was detected. It could not be determined when the strike occurred.

31/01/2013 201301143 Incident No Tennant Creek Aerodrome NT


208B Charter Unknown G CTAFDuring the landing roll, the aircraft struck a bird.

31/01/2013 201300981 Incident No Moree Aerodrome NSW Unknown Unknown Aerial Work Aerial

Agriculture G CTAF During the runway inspection, the safety officer retrieved a kite (bird) carcass.

31/01/2013 201300986 Incident No near Perth Aerodrome WA FOKKER B.V. F28 MK

0100 Charter Passenger C CTA

During approach, the crew received a flap warning and conducted a flapless landing. An engineering inspection did not reveal any faults with the flap system.

31/01/2013 201301401 Incident NoBali


Other THE BOEING COMPANY 737-8FE Air Transport

High Capacity Passenger Foreign OtherDuring disembarkation, dangerous goods (lighter fuel) were detected in a passenger's checked in bag.

31/01/2013 201300983 Incident NoPuckapunyal Aerodrome, 270° M 9Km

NSW BELL HELICOPTER CO

206B (III)General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown PRD PRDThe helicopter entered restricted airspace without a clearance.

31/01/2013 201300985 Incident No Rockhampton Aerodrome QLD ROBINSON

HELICOPTER CO R44General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown D CTRThe aircraft taxied and took off without a clearance.

31/01/2013 201301009 Incident No Mount Isa Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-838 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger G CTAF

During landing, the No. 1 thrust reverser would not deploy. An engineering inspection revealed that the thrust reverser sleeve was out of alignment.

31/01/2013 201300982 Incident NoSydney


NSW Unknown Unknown Military Other C CTAAn aircraft entered controlled airspace without a clearance.



NT BELL HELICOPTER CO 206B (III) Unknown Unknown C CTA

The helicopter entered controlled airspace without a clearance.




During takeoff, the tail struck the runway and the aircraft returned to Brisbane. An engineering inspection revealed minor scraping on the drag shoe.

31/01/2013 201301005 Incident No Cairns Aerodrome QLD Boeing 737-824 Air Transport

High Capacity Passenger C CTR During landing, the aircraft struck a masked lapwing.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


01/02/2013 201301272 Incident No Darwin Aerodrome

NTCESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY

404 Air Transport Low Capacity

Passenger C CTRDuring takeoff, the aircraft struck a bird.


INDUSTRIE A320-232 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During final approach, the aircraft struck a bird.


INDUSTRIE A330-243 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During unloading, ground staff detected an

incorrectly secured cargo container.


Aerodrome NSW

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 190-100 IGW


During a post flight inspection, evidence of a bird strike was detected. It could not be determined when the strike occurred.


Aerodrome NSWAIRBUS

INDUSTRIES A320-232Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During landing, the aircraft struck a white-bellied sea eagle.

02/02/2013 201300949 Incident NoPort Macquarie

Aerodrome NSWBOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-315Air Transport High Capacity Passenger G CTAF

During the landing roll, the aircraft struck a magpie.

02/02/2013 201301142 Incident No near Brisbane Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8FE Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA

During the descent, the aircraft rolled slightly to the left when the spoilers were extended. Engineers adjusted the spoiler actuator linkages.

02/02/2013 201300951 Incident NoLord Howe

Island Aerodrome

NSW DE HAVILLAND CANADA DHC-8-202 Air Transport

High Capacity Passenger G CTAFDuring takeoff, the aircraft struck a bird.



AIRCRAFT CO 340BAir Transport Low Capacity Passenger C CTR

During final approach, the aircraft struck a cockatoo.


COMPANY 737-476 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During final approach, the aircraft struck a small

bird.

03/02/2013 201301062 Incident Nonear Essendon

Aerodrome VICBEECH

AIRCRAFT CORP 200 Aerial Work Fire Control C CTA

During approach, while attempting to change radio frequencies, the pilot inadvertently selected the incorrect ILS frequency. The aircraft diverted off track and flew below the lowest safe altitude. ATC instructed the crew to climb and to conduct a missed approach.

03/02/2013 201301386 Incident No near Townsville Aerodrome QLD AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A321-231 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA During climb, the aircraft did not track in

accordance with ATC instructions.



SADIAMOND AIRCRAFT

INDUSTRIESDA 40






DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type



Aerodrome QLD

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 190-100 IGW


During landing, the aircraft struck a flying fox.

04/02/2013 201301087 Incident No Adelaide Aerodrome SA S.A.A.B.

AIRCRAFT CO 340B Air Transport Low Capacity Passenger C CTR During landing, the aircraft struck two galahs.

04/02/2013 201301145 Incident No Learmonth Aerodrome

WA AEROSPATIALE INDUSTRIES

AS.332L Charter Passenger G CTAFDuring taxi, the nose landing gear lost oil pressure and the helicopter returned to the bay. Engineers found a bolt was missing from the oleo.

04/02/2013 201301144 Incident No Darwin Aerodrome NT FAIRCHILD

INDUSTRIES INC SA227-DC Charter Passenger C CTR During the landing roll, the aircraft struck multiple birds.

05/02/2013 201301263 Incident NoAlbury


INC DHC-8-315Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR

After landing, an APU access panel was found to be unsecured.



QLD ROBINSON HELICOPTER CO R44 II Charter Passenger G OCTA

During cruise, the pilot received abnormal engine indications and conducted a precautionary landing on a nearby beach. Engineers replaced the dual tachometer assembly.



Other AIRBUS INDUSTRIES A320-232 Air Transport


After two missed approaches at Norfolk Island, the aircraft diverted to Brisbane where the crew requested priority landing. The aircraft landed with fuel reserves intact.



COMPANY 737-8FEAir Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA

During the climb, the crew received a GPWS 'BANK ANGLE' alert.

06/02/2013 201301152 Incident No Port Hedland Aerodrome WA

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 190-100 IGW


During the landing, the aircraft struck a bird.

06/02/2013 201301167 Serious Incident No near Upolu Cay

(ALA) QLD ROBINSON HELICOPTER CO R44 II Charter Passenger G OCTA

During cruise, the engine failed. The pilot restarted the engine and with partial power diverted to Green Island. An engineering inspection revealed that the right magneto had failed and the tachometer points had earthed out.

06/02/2013 201301199 Incident No near Townsville Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8Q8 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTA

During the descent, the crew detected a fault with the aircraft's radio. An inspection found a stuck push to talk (PTT) button.

06/02/2013 201301346 Incident NoEast Sale


VICCESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY

182PGeneral Aviation-Unknown

Unknown PRD PRDThe aircraft entered restricted airspace without a clearance.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type



(NSW) Aerodrome

NSW Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation

UH-60 Military Other C CTRDuring approach, the helicopter struck a bird.

06/02/2013 201301155 Incident No Gold Coast Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8Q8 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During the landing, the aircraft struck a bird.

06/02/2013 201301224 Incident No Perth Aerodrome WA THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-838 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During taxi, the crew received multiple system warnings and returned to the bay. An engineering inspection did not reveal any faults with the affected systems.




During the takeoff, the crew received landing gear and spoiler warnings. Engineers replaced a warning electronic unit (WEU) power supply and a landing configuration module.


Aerodrome NTTHE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8FEAir Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During the landing, the aircraft struck a bird.




During the takeoff, the aircraft struck a cattle egret.

07/02/2013 201301140 Incident Nonear

Rockhampton Aerodrome

QLD BELL HELICOPTER CO 206B (II)


Unknown D CTRThe helicopter diverted off track without a clearance.

07/02/2013 201301244 Incident No Mackay Aerodrome

QLD AIRBUS INDUSTRIE


Passenger D CTRDuring the take-off run, the crew received a thrust lever warning and rejected the takeoff. The subsequent takeoff was completed without incident.

07/02/2013 201301347 Incident No Clifton (ALA) QLD Jabiru Aircraft J160General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown G CTAF

During the landing roll in a gusty crosswind, the aircraft drifted off the runway striking a runway side marker and subsequently ground looped resulting in minor damage.

07/02/2013 201301146 Incident NoKatoomba

(ALA), 320° M 33Km

NSW Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown PRD PRDAn aircraft entered restricted airspace without a clearance.

07/02/2013 201301192Serious Incident No

near Jandakot Aerodrome WA

ROBINSON HELICOPTER CO R22 BETA Business Unknown G OCTA

During the approach, the pilot reported the helicopter was low on fuel. The pilot landed within the confines of the airport to confirm the remaining fuel quantity before taxiing to the apron.


NSW THE BOEING COMPANY

737-838 Air Transport High Capacity

Passenger C CTA

During the climb, the flight crew detected fumes in the cockpit accompanied by a window overheat warning. The engineering inspection revealed a faulty side window heat control unit (WHCU) and damage to associated wiring.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type





During two consecutive approaches, the aircraft encountered windshear and conducted missed approaches. On the third approach, a minor flap overspeed occurred.

07/02/2013 201301279 Incident No Melbourne Aerodrome

VIC AIRBUS INDUSTRIE


Passenger C CTRDuring the approach, the aircraft encountered turbulence and the crew conducted a missed approach.



NSWDIAMOND AIRCRAFT

INDUSTRIESDA 40



07/02/2013 201301160 Incident No Moorabbin Aerodrome VIC


A152 Flying Training Training Solo D CTRThe aircraft landed heavily on the nose wheel resulting in minor damage.

07/02/2013 201301156 Incident No near Moorabbin Aerodrome

VIC MOONEY AIRCRAFT CORP

M20KGeneral Aviation-Unknown

Unknown D CTRThe aircraft entered controlled airspace without a clearance.

07/02/2013 201301158 Incident No near Moorabbin Aerodrome VIC



Unknown D CTAThe aircraft descended below its assigned level.

07/02/2013 201301213 Incident No Cairns Aerodrome QLD THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-8FE Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During the post-flight inspection, evidence of a bird strike was detected. It could not be determined when the strike occurred.

07/02/2013 201301206 Incident No Hobart Aerodrome

TAS THE BOEING COMPANY

737-8FE Air Transport High Capacity

Passenger D CTRDuring the approach, the aircraft encountered windshear and the crew conducted a missed approach.

07/02/2013 201301159 Incident No Moorabbin Aerodrome VIC CIRRUS DESIGN

CORPORATION SR22General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown D CTAThe aircraft took off without a clearance.


COMPANY 737-8FE Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR

During the final approach, the aircraft encountered windshear and the crew received a GPWS 'SINK RATE' alert.

07/02/2013 201301151 Accident No near Ouyen (ALA) VIC Alpi Aviation Pioneer 200 Sports Aviation Unknown G OCTA

The aircraft collided with terrain and was destroyed by post-impact fire. Both occupants were fatally injured.

07/02/2013 201301173 Incident No near Melbourne Aerodrome VIC THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-838 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During the approach, the aircraft struck a bird.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


08/02/2013 201301250 Incident No near Melbourne Aerodrome

VIC BOMBARDIER INC


Passenger C CTRDuring the approach, the aircraft encountered moderate turbulence and the crew received a GPWS 'BANK ANGLE' alert.

08/02/2013 201301147 Accident No Texas (ALA) QLDMURPHY

AIRCRAFT MFG. LTD.

Murphy Maverick


Unknown G OCTAThe aircraft collided with terrain. The pilot suffered fatal injuries and the aircraft was substantially damaged.

08/02/2013 201301188 Incident NoGladstone


QLD DASSAULT AVIATION

FALCON 900EX


Unknown A CTADuring the cruise, the radio failed.

08/02/2013 201301169 Incident No

Brisbane Aerodrome,

NNW M 202Km

QLD DE HAVILLAND CANADA DHC-8-311 Air Transport


During cruise, the crew received abnormal engine indications before the right engine failed. The crew diverted to Brisbane where an engineering inspection revealed an internal failure of the accessory drive to the accessory drive gearbox.


Aerodrome NSWAEROSPATIALE

INDUSTRIES AS.350BA Charter Unknown C CTRThe helicopter took off without a clearance.


Aerodrome NSWAIRBUS


During the takeoff, the aircraft struck a bird.

08/02/2013 201301345 Incident No Port Hedland Aerodrome WA BEECH

AIRCRAFT CORP 1900C Charter Passenger G CTAF During final approach, the aircraft struck a bird.

09/02/2013 201301322 Incident Noabeam Guam international

AirportOther

THE BOEING COMPANY 777-3ZGER

Air Transport High Capacity Passenger Foreign Other

During the cruise, the aircraft encountered turbulence accompanied by a momentary stick shaker activation. A cabin crew member suffered a minor injury as a result of the turbulence.

09/02/2013 201301269 Incident No Bundaberg Aerodrome

QLD BOMBARDIER INC


Passenger G CTAF

During pre-flight checks, the flight crew detected a fault with the hydraulic shut-off valve for the left engine. Engineers removed and refitted the electrical connection to the valve and operations returned to normal.

09/02/2013 201301245 Accident Yes - AO-2013-027

Mittagong (ALA), 219° M

21KmNSW


150F Private Pleasure / Travel G OCTAThe pilot rejected the takeoff due to insufficient take-off distance and the aircraft collided with a tree. The investigation is continuing.


Aerodrome WABEECH

AIRCRAFT CORP 76 Flying TrainingCheck &

Training C CTR

During the take-off run, the left door opened and the takeoff was rejected. The door was secured and during the next takeoff, the door opened again and another rejected takeoff was conducted. An engineering inspection did not find any faults with the left door.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


09/02/2013 201301367 Incident No near Palm Beach (ALA)

NSW DE HAVILLAND CANADA

DHC-2 Charter Passenger G OCTA

During cruise, the pilot detected abnormal engine indications and the engine began running roughly. The aircraft diverted to Palm Beach where an engineering inspection revealed moisture in a magneto.

09/02/2013 201301291 Incident NoTamworth Aerodrome NSW

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORP PA-31 Private Unknown D CTR

During taxi, the aircraft struck a bird.




During the approach, the crew received a GPWS 'BANK ANGLE' alert.



WACESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY

172S Flying Training Training Solo C CTAThe aircraft entered controlled airspace without a clearance.

09/02/2013 201301281 Incident No Townsville Aerodrome QLD AIRBUS

INDUSTRIE A320-232 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR During approach, the aircraft struck two birds.

09/02/2013 201301365 Incident NoDili


Other

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


ERJ 170-100 LR

Air Transport High Capacity Passenger Foreign Other

During the take-off run, the aircraft struck a bird.

10/02/2013 201301366 Incident No Geraldton Aerodrome WA


150M Flying Training Training Solo G CTAFDuring the landing roll, the aircraft struck a bird.

10/02/2013 201301352 Incident No Gladstone Aerodrome QLD BOMBARDIER

INC DHC-8-315 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger G CTAF

During approach, the crew received unsafe landing gear indications. Engineers replaced the indicator bulbs.

10/02/2013 201301422 Incident No Perth Aerodrome WA BEECH

AIRCRAFT CORP 76 Flying Training Training Dual C CTRDuring the take-off run, the left door opened and the takeoff was rejected. An inspection revealed that the door had not been correctly secured.


INDUSTRIE A330-202 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger D CTR During landing, the aircraft struck a bird.


NW M 556KmVIC THE BOEING

COMPANY 737-838 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A CTA

During cruise, the crew were unable to operate the fuel cross feed selector. Engineers replaced the crossfeed valve actuator.

11/02/2013 201301308 Incident NoLismore


AIRCRAFT CO 340BAir Transport Low Capacity Passenger G CTAF

During takeoff, the aircraft struck a plover.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


11/02/2013 201301305 Incident No Tamworth Aerodrome

NSWPACIFIC

AEROSPACE CORPORATION

CT/4BGeneral Aviation-Unknown

Unknown D CTR

During initial climb, the crew detected abnormal fuel indications and returned to Tamworth. Engineers did not find any faults with the fuel system and determined that the fuel flow variations were due to environmental conditions.


Aerodrome NTVULCANAIR

S.P.A. P.68C Private Pleasure / Travel C CTRDuring the take-off run, the aircraft struck a whistling kite and returned to Darwin.

11/02/2013 201301277 Incident NoAlbury


NSW PIPER AIRCRAFT CORP PA-44-180




Aerodrome NSWTHE BOEING


During takeoff, the aircraft struck a bird.

11/02/2013 201301351 Incident No near Sydney Aerodrome NSW


525General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown C CTA

During the approach, the pilot received an unsafe landing gear indication and conducted a missed approach. An inspection revealed a blown landing gear indication bulb.

12/02/2013 201301373 Incident No near Brisbane Aerodrome

QLDCESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY

441 Charter Unknown C CTR

During the initial climb, the crew received unsafe landing gear indications and conducted an emergency gear extension before returning to Brisbane. An inspection revealed a faulty hydraulic line.

12/02/2013 201301382 Incident No Jundee Aerodrome WA

EMBRAER-EMPRESA


EMB-120 ER Charter Passenger G CTAF


12/02/2013 201301370 Incident NoMoorabbin


VICCESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY

T337G Charter Unknown C CTAThe aircraft descended below its assigned altitude.



SA

ROBINSON HELICOPTER CO

-----ROBINSON

HELICOPTER CO

R44 II-----

R44 II



Unknown-----

Unknown

PRD-----PRD

PRD-----PRD

Two helicopters in company entered restricted airspace without a clearance.

12/02/2013 201301362 Incident NoWollongong Aerodrome,

330° M 19KmNSW CANADAIR LTD

CL600-2B16 (CL-

604)






DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


12/02/2013 201301424 IncidentYes -

AO-2013-038

near Port Macquarie Aerodrome

NSW

BOMBARDIER INC-----


Regional

DHC-8-315-----

ATR72-212A



Passenger-----

Passenger

G-----G

CTAF-----

CTAF

While holding, the ATR crew received a TCAS warning on a departing Dash 8 who also received a TCAS warning. Both aircraft were in IMC. The investigation is continuing.

13/02/2013 201301428 Incident No

Truscott- Mungalalu Aerodrome,

280° M 637Km (ONOXA IFR)

Other AIRBUS INDUSTRIES


Passenger A OCA

No back coordination details were passed on an aircraft approaching the airspace boundary.

13/02/2013 201301420 Incident No Darwin Aerodrome NT PIPER AIRCRAFT

CORP PA-31 Charter Passenger C CTR During takeoff, the aircraft struck a bird.


Aerodrome NT Unknown Unknown Military Other C CTRDuring the take-off run, the aircraft struck a bird.

13/02/2013 201301414 Incident NoWarrnambool


VIC AMATEUR BUILT AIRCRAFT

VAN'S RV-6


Unknown G OCTAThe aircraft did not have its tranponder selected on.

13/02/2013 201301415 Incident No Moorabbin Aerodrome VIC



Unknown D CTRThe aircraft entered the runway without a clearance.

13/02/2013 201301451 Incident NoBoolgeeda Aerodrome WA

During a runway inspection, the safety officer retrieved broken red glass fragments.

13/02/2013 201301437 Incident No Jandakot Aerodrome WA


-----CESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY

172R-----

172R



Unknown-----

Unknown

D-----D

CTR-----CTR

During night circuits, a Cessna 172 cut in front of another Cessna 172 in close proximity.

14/02/2013 201301447 Incident No

Cocos (Keeling)

Island Aerodrome,

325° T 1357Km

(ELATI IFR)

Other Airbus Industrie A340-642 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger A OCA

Incorrect coordination details were passed on an aircraft approaching the airspace boundary.




DateATSB

Reference Number



Operation Sub Type

Airspace Type


14/02/2013 201301443 Incident NoSingleton

(ALA), 90° M 19Km

NSW Unknown UnknownGeneral Aviation-Unknown

Unknown PRD PRDAn aircraft entered restricted airspace without a clearance.

14/02/2013 201301436 Incident No Melbourne Aerodrome VIC The Boeing

Company 777-312 Air Transport High Capacity Passenger C CTR The aircraft did not taxi in accordance with ATC

instructions.



SACESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY



14/02/2013 201301439 Incident NoKatoomba

(ALA), 330° M 30Km

NSWCESSNA

AIRCRAFT COMPANY

152General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown PRD PRDThe aircraft entered restricted airspace without a clearance.

14/02/2013 201301445 Incident NoGold Coast Aerodrome,

180° M 15KmNSW


172MGeneral Aviation-Unknown


14/02/2013 201301455 Incident Nooverhead Leigh

Creek Aerodrome

SA The Boeing Company

Boeing 777-300


Passenger A CTAThe aircraft diverted off track without a clearance.

15/02/2013 201301456 Incident No Essendon Aerodrome VIC Canadair Ltd

CL600-2B16(CL-

604)


Unknown C CTRThe crew started the engines without a clearance.



SA PIPER AIRCRAFT CORP

PA-32R-300General Aviation-Unknown

Unknown C CTRThe aircraft entered controlled airspace without a clearance.

15/02/2013 201301481 Accident Yes - AO-2013-030

Port Pirie Aerodrome,

SSE M 28KmSA EUROCOPTER MBB-BK

117 B-2Aerial Work EMS G OCTA

During cruise, the crew received abnormal hydraulic indications. The helicopter then pitched violently upwards and rolled inverted. The crew recovered to normal flight conditions and returned to Port Pirie. No one was injured and the helicopter was substantially damaged. The investigation is continuing.




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