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Non-controlled operations

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Controlled aerodromes and operations

Crash comic – Stealthy visitor

Almost 8 in 10 pilots told us one of the best ways to learn new things is from other pilots.

Crash comics are gripping first-hand accounts of a narrow escape from danger, where the pilot walked away with an important lesson to share.

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Videos

Radio calls

Explaining the rules – radio calls

Watch an animated explanation of the recommended radio calls at non-controlled aerodromes.

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Recreational Aviation Australia - Loss of control series

Loss of control

Loss of control is the most significant cause of serious accidents for sports and recreational pilots. A 3-part video series on how to avoid it.

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Right of way rules

Right-of-way rules

Are you sure you know the right-of-way rules for the air? Get a fresh refresher with our animated explanation.

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One strike and you're out

Wire strike rarely offers second chances - knowledge, planning and caution are your only defences. Tips for agricultural aircraft from a regional…

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Avoiding bird strike

In this episode of the Out-n-Back series, tips on avoiding bird strike. How to prepare for the possibility of a feathered greeting party.

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AvSafety non-controlled webinars

Hear from commercial pilots and industry specialists on how to operate in and out of non-controlled aerodromes.

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Radio calls at non-controlled aerodromes

It’s important to consider the radio calls you make. Planning your radio calls for each stage of your flight will help keep you safe.

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AvSafety investigation - Helicopter collision

Join our expert panellists as they analyse a runway collision involving a light aircraft and a helicopter.

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Pilot skills – Communication

Using practical examples, our Aviation Safety Advisor explains how you can improve your radio communication skills around aerodromes.

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Audio

An aerial view of a dirt runway in the middle of the bush

Dog legs and goat tracks

He was heading straight for disaster with 2 passengers on board, when something clicked in. Hear how one pilot learnt his limitations and strengths.

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A red-and-white plane flies through the air with bushland and a river visible behind them

A tumble of numbers

Hear how subtle psychological pressures and an unintentional signal almost killed this experienced flier in the first hours of their career.

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Alice through the looking glass

Hear a pilot’s reflections of a flight they took 20 years ago - and what they would do differently now.

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A man parachuting over fields and lakes, with mist-covered mountains in the background

Maiden flight fear

A close call for a pilot on their first solo flight - seeing another paraglider heading directly towards them.

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A plane sits on the ground as the sun rises behind it

Too many assumptions

A close call with the runway. A series of small decisions, harmless in isolation, create a terrifying situation by the end of the day.

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A female pilot setting the radio of a small airplane

AvSafety podcast – circuit and radio operations

Hear an insider’s view of the challenges, risks and techniques for operating safely at non-controlled aerodromes

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Events and resources

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The benefits of understanding IFR for VFR pilots

If aviation is a language, then it has two levels of comprehension, VFR and IFR. How being bilingual is a safety issue.

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AvSafety seminars

Join our Aviation Safety Advisors for the popular face to face pilot seminars in your area. Ask questions and refresh your knowledge.

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Safety benefits of ADS-B

Learn about automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast including the safety benefits and the 50% government rebate now available!

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Take our quiz

Test your knowledge of non-controlled aerodromes and operations. Answers reference the Part 91 General operating and flight rules plain English guide.

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Radio work: are you being heard?

Who hasn’t heard an indistinct transmission and blamed ageing equipment or the tyranny of distance? But what if is human factors?

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An aerial view of an outback aerodrome with a dirt landing strip

Look before you land

Flying into an unfamiliar airstrip brings with it lots of unknowns. Learn what to look for.

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International resources

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Slow down those radio calls

A New Zealand podcast addressing complaints from pilots about the poor delivery of some of their fellow pilots’ calls.

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Accident case study – fatal altitudes

Watch this AOPA Air Safety Institute examination of a fatal flight that crashed just minutes after take-off in high-density altitude conditions.

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A pilot flying an airplane over the snowy Canadian wilderness

Winter flying

A Canadian video series on winter flying including the engine, airframe, de-icing and runway considerations for cool temperatures.

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Resources from our store

Safety resources for purchase or free download.
CASA's wire strike poster

Wire strike poster

This poster is full of helpful tips to help you with your pre-flight planning and operation in low flying situations.

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The different Stay Ontrack booklets stacked on top of each other in a loose pile, with Stay OnTrack: Flying the Brisbane Region on top

Stay OnTrack

The Stay OnTrack series of booklets are designed to help pilots flying under visual flight rules (VFR) become familiar with a particular region.

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Pilot safety campaign

Finding our safety messages useful? You can get copies of all the posters and flyers from the pilot safety campaign.

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Visual Flight Rules Guide and Plain English Guides

Download our Visual Flight Rules Guide and Plain English Guides that make a range of rules and regulations easier to understand.

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AvSafety information cards

This handy kit includes a range of products to keep you and others safe. Option to personalise your own safety resource kit.

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Radio procedures in non-controlled airspace booklet

Find the latest on radio calls including radio frequencies and when to broadcast in non-controlled aerodromes.

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Non-controlled aerodrome circuit procedures poster

Check out this poster that shows you how to complete correct circuit procedures at non-controlled aerodromes.

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Avoiding collisions folding card

Avoiding collisions in class G airspace

Learn more about pre-flight and enroute reminders to help you avoid collisions in class G airspace.

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Situational awareness - A5 card

Our situational awareness card helps you remain aware of your surroundings in a changing environment.

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Online version available at: https://www.casa.gov.au//resources-and-education/pilot-safety-hub/non-controlled-aerodromes
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