Investigation number
199303773
Occurrence date
State
South Australia
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence type
Flight crew incapacitation
Occurrence category
Incident

After the flight the captain reported that he momentarily lapsed into sleep during approach to runway 05 at Adelaide. A subsequent investigation revealed that the captain, who was a dedicated night freight pilot, was suffering from a sleep disorder. He had not been subjected to excessive duty periods. He was relieved from flying duties pending a medical assessment.

Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
British Aerospace PLC
Model
BAe 146-200-11
Registration
VH-JJY
Sector
Jet
Departure point
Sydney NSW
Destination
Adelaide SA
Damage
Nil