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Know CO – use an active warning carbon monoxide detector
Huey pilot’s serious injuries highlight need for safety innovation in vertical reference flying
Runway incursion shows potential effects of expectation bias on how pilots perceive information
Pilot encountered pitch-up controllability issues after ground handlers estimated weight of relocated freight by feel
ATSB aviation accident and incident notification requirements unchanged by new CASA regulations
Near collision between two trains at Southern Cross highlights importance of SPAD engineering controls
Flight below minimum incident highlights importance of conducing missed approach
Check lowest safe altitude is appropriate for area of operations
Proposed AD to mandate rudder hinge inspections of Vulcanair/Partenavia P.68 aircraft
Thousands call on Qantas board to reinstate workers following damning investigation & survey revealing 78% want their jobs back
Landing gear downlock pins not removed before flight
Eye bolts securing biplane’s upper wings failed due to fatigue cracking, ATSB technical examination determines
Forced landing short of runway followed engine failure due to ice ingestion during flight in icing conditions
Incorrectly-requested signal protection contributes to RRV safeworking breach
Fishing vessel and bulk carrier collision highlights importance of proper lookout
Pilot lost situational awareness during night visual approach resulting in flight below minimum safe altitude
Helicopter operators should review rescue hoist operation and hook stowage practices to prevent cable failures
When safety is your destination: Don’t cross it, stop it
Runway collision emphasises importance of awareness of different circuit procedures at non-towered airports
Undetected crack in wheel prior to derailment
Airliner data input error shows importance of checklists and cross checks in aviation operations
Changes bring ATSB marine regulations up to date
Repaired engine component contributes to engine failure and forced landing incident
Mud hole, hot weather contributes to freight train wagon derailment
ATR flight crew inadvertently lines up and commences take-off roll on incorrect runway
Freight train’s dislodged steel jumbo coil highlights risks of track obstructions
Overcharged light right vehicle battery
Uncommanded Trent 1000 engine shutdown on descent into Perth due to a blocked inlet filter
Aviation Occurrence Statistics report update
Don’t cross it, stop it. Stop bars are now in use at five capital city airports around Australia
Government agencies jointly support Airport Safety Week
Training aircraft enters steep dive during pitch trim demonstration
Sudden control input to prevent overspeed results in injuries to cabin crew
In-flight break-up of high-altitude pseudo-satellite UAV
ATSB welcomes appointment of new Commissioner
Australian Government welcomes aboard new ATSB Rail Commissioner
Weather, aircraft performance and operating procedures among areas of focus for on-going C-130 large air tanker
Applications now open for Graduate Certificate in Transport Safety
Uncommanded engine shutdown highlights importance of clear and unambiguous maintenance procedures
Avoidance primary protection against thunderstorm-related turbulence
R22 helicopter tail rotor pedal cracks, jams due to undetected fatigue failure
Prop blade collar failure highlights importance of following maintenance manuals during field repairs
Overhead powerlines dewirement
Nozzle guide vane aerofoil failure due to protective coating deterioration leads to A330 airliner’s in-flight
Undetected fatigue cracking results in wheel rim fracture
Undetected fatigue cracking results in wheel rim facture
We’re hiring: Digital Content Creator to help influence transport safety
Engine surge and vibrations occurrence highlights potential for unintended consequences from proactive maintenance