Key points: Pilots reported unusual vibrations through the tail rotor pedals on previous flights Technical examination of recovered components is on-going ATSB urges R44 pilots…
Key points: Unsecured flat rack end wall extended upwards, dewiring high voltage overhead line equipment During emergency response, risk of close proximity of high voltage…
Key points: Electrical power lost when the auxiliary generators shut down due to overheating cooling water Blackout resulted in a loss of propulsion and steering control Bridge…
Key points: Pedal breaks, jams following small control input Failure likely due to a pre-existing fatigue crack, undetected at previous 100-hourly inspection Maintenance…
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is joining over 80 organisations in promoting the important messages of Rail Safety Week 2020: Rail safety – I am RailSAFE, across 10–16 August…
Key points: AW139 EMS helicopter main rotor blades struck trees during night winching ATSB investigation is ongoing Preliminary report outlines factual information from the…
Key points: Nozzle guide vane aerofoil in a CF6 engine fails shortly after take-off Crew executed in-flight engine shutdown, turnback and overweight landing Engine manufacturer…
Key points: Pilots took off with fog forecast and fog developing in the area The descent in low visibility resulted in the pilot having insufficient time to manoeuvre the…
Key points: Engine failed as a result of an internal oil fire, weakening a turbine disk and resulting in turbine blades being released Fire occurred when oil leaked from an oil…
Key points: Wheel rim fractured and tyre deflated due to undetected fatigue cracking, a known issue Non-detection likely due to inadequate guidance on inspection requirements…