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Control issues involving Leonardo Helicopters AW139, VH-EXK, 19 km east of Longford Heliport, Victoria, on 2 August 2024
Longford Heliport, Longford Heliport, AW139, 31886, Helicopter, VH-EXK, Part 138 Aerial work operations, Nil, Leonardo Helicopters, Esso Australia Pty Ltd
AO-2024-045
Boom gate failures highlight importance of considering, communicating late design changes in major infrastructure projects
A range of safety actions have been taken, or are underway, to address issues highlighted in the investigation of boom gates failing to operate at a pair of level crossings in an incident at…
Update on ATSB Cairns helicopter accident investigation
Update on ATSB investigation AO-2024-046: Collision with building involving Robinson R44 II, VH-ERH at Cairns, Queensland, on 12 August 2024 ATSB transport safety investigators are expected to complete their evidence collection activities in Cairns today (Wednesday). To date they have examined the accident site and the helicopter wreckage; retrieved helicopter instrumentation for the download of recorded data at the ATSB’s Canberra facilities; interviewed the operator and witnesses; and collected CCTV footage and air traffic control surveillance information. The ATSB conducts ‘no blame’…
Saab stall warning highlights the importance of effective monitoring during approach and landing
A Saab 340’s stall warning activation during the aircraft’s descent in turbulent conditions into Merimbula, NSW, highlights the importance of effectively monitoring aircraft systems and…
Groote Eylandt engine mixture control accident demonstrates importance of familiarisation with aircraft systems and a well-structured take-off safety brief
A Cessna 210 forced landing accident that followed a partial power loss due to the engine mixture probably not being set to full rich highlights the importance of pilots familiarising…
New driver familiarisation and communication issues at [Location] yard
RR2023-00028
Concern regarding marine pilots experiencing high and prolonged fatigue levels
RM2023-00001
Safety culture concerns within [Operator's] Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation
RA2023-00075
Collision with building involving Robinson R44 II, VH-ERH, at Cairns, Queensland, on 12 August 2024
Cairns Airport, R44 II, 12465, Helicopter, VH-ERH, Destroyed, Robinson Helicopter Co
AO-2024-046
Cairns helicopter accident
UPDATED 1545: The ATSB has commenced a transport safety investigation into Monday morning’s helicopter accident in Cairns. At about 0154, the Robinson R44 helicopter collided with a hotel building, and the sole occupant of the helicopter was fatally injured. The helicopter was destroyed by impact forces and fire. A team of three transport safety investigators from the ATSB’s Brisbane office, with experience in aircraft operations and maintenance, arrived in Cairns on late Monday morning to commence the evidence collection phase of the investigation. The ATSB asks anyone who may have witnessed…