Jetstar and Ballina again

[Lead Balloon]

Originally Posted by KRviator

News.com.au have picked up on the Jetstar v Jab report. Doesn't say much beyond what we already know and no commentary about the lack of a Tower, but it's 'out there' at least...

From the article at the link:

Previously, the airspace around Ballina was “non-controlled”, meaning aircraft were required to fly by “see-and-avoid principles” – meaning they watch for other traffic and monitor radios to stop collisions.

I have news for News: The airspace around Ballina is still "non-controlled" and aircraft are still flying by "see and avoid principles."

The article also says this, in quotes:

“The ATSB determined that while the available evidence did not support a conclusion that the present system of aircraft self-separation in Ballina airspace is unsafe, there is the opportunity to potentially further reduce the safety risk.”

Vacuous piffle. If ATSB said that, ATSB is busted.