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Aviation AO-2018-006: Robinson R44, ZK-HTB Loss of control Stevensons Arm, Lake Wanaka 21 July 2018
A Robinson R44 helicopter disappeared while on a short flight over Lake Wanaka. Searchers found an oil slick on the lake surface and some debris on land nearby
Aviation Closure of inquiries into 787 Rolls-Royce engine issues, December 2017
The Commission has resolved its inquiries into two incidents involving Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines on Boeing 787s, late 2017. TAIC satisfied with engine maker’s safety improvements and turbine blade replacement programme.
Marine TAIC assisting Panama investigation into loss of Gulf Livestock 1
Panama’s inquiry into the loss in the South China Sea of the Gulf Livestock 1 is receiving assistance from TAIC. Under international protocols, investigations into accidents on the high seas fall to the vessel’s flag…
Aviation AO-2019-001: Airbus Helicopters AS350, ZK HEX, Forced landing, Wakefield, Nelson, 17 February 2019
Aerial firefighting operators need to respond to the latest advice about monsoon bucket structure and sling line length. Firefighting helicopter significantly damaged in heavy forced landing when tail rotor was disabled…
Rail TAIC investigating Bus v locomotive accident at Bunnythorpe
TAIC has opened an inquiry into the causes and circumstances of a the accident involving a railway locomotive and a bus between Palmerston North and Bunnythorpe. The bus driver was fatally injured as a result of the…
Marine New inquiry into loss of power on bulk carrier Funing
New TAIC inquiry: Bulk carrier Funing-9690913, departing Tauranga harbour, in main channel, when it lost power, dropped anchors, was assisted by tugs. No pollution nor injuries reported.
Aviation AO-2017-004: MBB BK117 A-3 helicopter, ZK-IED, Loss of control, Porirua Harbour, 2 May 2017
A BK117 helicopter was transporting a power pole. Pilot at risk of distraction, didn’t recognise and respond promptly to unanticipated yaw (helicopter unexpectedly turning about its vertical axis). The pilot lost…
Marine TAIC report – log ship seaman fatally injured when cable snapped
TAIC report: On a ship loading logs, a seaman was fatally injured, hit by equipment recoiling when wire snapped. Crew lacked guidance on hazards & safe working. Operator’s safety management system lacked safety…