ATSB opens investigation into reported aircraft separation issue involving Jetstar and Qantas near Darwin

ATSB opens investigation into reported aircraft separation issue involving Jetstar and Qantas near Darwin

The ATSB is investigating a reported aircraft separation issue involving a Boeing 737 and an Airbus A320 near Darwin Airport on 5 April 2023.

It was reported that at 0017 local time, while the air traffic control tower was closed and Darwin Airport was operating with Traffic Information Broadcasts by Aircraft (TIBA) procedures, the Boeing 737 was outbound from runway 11 while the Airbus A320 was inbound to reciprocal runway 29.

Darwin Airport’s RW 11 and RW 29

 

As part of the investigation, the ATSB will examine the available evidence to determine the extent of coordination between the two aircraft and the actions of the air traffic controller of the overlying airspace, through interviewing involved parties, examining recorded data, reviewing relevant procedures and collecting other evidence as required.

A final report will be released at the conclusion of the investigation. Should a critical safety issue be identified during the course of the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify relevant parties, so that appropriate safety action can be taken.

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