Another example of ATSB superflous report writing
TheATSB has released its investigation report into the
Engine failure involvingSAAB 340, VH-RXS, near Dubbo Airport, NSW, on 23 March 2017
On 23 March 2017, at about 0942 Eastern Daylight-saving Time, a RegionalExpress SAAB 340B, registered VH-RXS, departed Dubbo Airport, New South Walesto operate scheduled passenger flight ZL821 to Sydney, New South Wales. Therewere three crew and 23 passengers on board.
At about 0944, as the aircraft climbed through about 4,300 ft, the flight crewheard several bangs from the right engine accompanied by jolts through theaircraft. At the same time, the cockpit master warning illuminated and theright engine instruments displayed multiple warnings. The first officeridentified a failure of the right engine and the flight crew immediatelyenacted the memory items of the engine failure checklist.
After completing the memory items, the flight crew commenced the standardfailure management procedures. The flight crew secured the right engine andestablished that the aircraft was performing satisfactorily. The captainidentified Dubbo as the most suitable airport for landing. The flight crewreviewed the weather conditions for Dubbo and elected to conduct a visualapproach and landing.
At 1004 the aircraft landed on runway 05. No persons were injured and theaircraft suffered minor damage in the incident.
This incident highlights the importance of effective training and emergencyprocedures. Faced with an abnormal situation, the training provided to theflight crew ensured they were able to effectively implement the standardfailure procedures, secure the failed engine and return for a safe landing.
During an emergency, the flight crew prioritise the management of the emergencyto ensure that the safety of the flight is not compromised. Completing theemergency procedures, along with the coordination of emergency services andcommunications with supporting agencies may absorb a significant amount of timebefore the flight crew are able to provide an update to passengers.
Final Report:Enginefailure involving SAAB 340, VH-RXS, near Dubbo Airport, NSW, on 23 March 2017
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What a lot of superfluous waffle. The facts were the aircraft experienced an engine malfunction during the climb from Dubbo and the crew feathered the propeller. The aircraft returned to Dubbo for landing. All the additional text was simply padding and self congratulations.