Inquiries & Recommendations

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Advise all Hughes 369 operators to ensure that N2 governor (beep) switches, and other toggle switches, are securely fastened to prevent any abnormal movement.

Considers the use of key performance indicators to define trespass problems at high risk localities and assess the effectiveness of any improvements made to reduce risk.

Consider establishing a requirement for a minimum level of experience for controllers who perform solo duties.

Educate pilots about the objectives and application of operations under special visual flight rules.

On 26 February 2014 the Commission recommended to the Chief Executive of the Thames-Coromandel District Council that the council establish accurate values for the ESWLs at the aerodromes it operates and that it determine whether the “wet” ESWL is appropriate at the Pauanui aerodrome while a wastewater discharge is underway and for any period after the discharge has ended.

Critically review the design of the jet boat trips offered by all its subsidiaries and ensure that passengers are exposed to a lower level of risk than they were on the Shotover Queenstown operation at the time of the accidents involving Shotover 14 and Shotover 15.

draft legislation for consideration by the Minister of Transport that will provide the necessary legislative framework to support the industry and individual operators in their implementation of a comprehensive drug and alcohol policy.

Remind pilots conducting VFR Air Transport flights of the company requirements to carry adequate charts, route guides and other appropriate aids to navigation, and to complete load sheets when required.

When approving an aircraft operating company, encourage that company to have in place a system to ensure that its employees confirm they have read and understood the Operations Manual.

The Commission recommended that Oceanic Fishing Limited enhance its training system to upskill deckhands in watchkeeping practices that meet the minimum requirements of Maritime Rule Part 31 and adequately reduce the risk of accidents and incidents resulting from poor watchkeeping practices and fatigue.

Consider sending Flight Safety teams to civil aerodromes from which you intend to operate.

Develop and submit to the Airworthiness Branch, Air Transport Division, a modification to inhibit the starter switch unless the clutch is disengaged during ground starting.