August 10, 2026

Carter Capner Law monitors accidents involving light aircraft, helicopters, charter flights, balloons, commuter aircraft and airlines throughout Australia and overseas to spotlight safety issues of concern to our clients and to demonstrate those situations in which they may have a right to an insurance or compensation recovery. We act for pilots, passengers, operators, aircraft owners and aviation employees worldwide. Call today on 1300 529 529 or click here to reach Carter Capner Law. Click on Client Showcase to view our history of aircraft accident compensation claims.

Date:
Monday 10 August 2026

Time:
c. 22:23 LT

Type of Aircraft:
Airbus A321-251NX

Owner/Operator:
Jetstar Airways

Registration:
VH-OFS

MSN:
11229

Year of Manufacture:
2022

Engine Model:
CFMI CFM LEAP-1A32

Fatalities:
0 / Occupants: Not specified

Other Fatalities:
0

Aircraft Damage:
None

Category:
Incident

Location:
near Sydney-Kingsford Smith International Airport, NSW (SYD/YSSY) – Australia

Phase:
Approach

Nature:
Passenger – Scheduled

Departure Airport:
Perth Airport, WA (PER/YPPH)

Destination Airport:
Sydney-Kingsford Smith International Airport, NSW (SYD/YSSY)

Investigating Agency:
ATSB

Confidence Rating:
Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities

Circumstances:

The ASN record states that, during approach into Sydney below about 3,500 ft, the autopilot disengaged and the aircraft began an uncommanded climb. The crew re-engaged the autopilot, continued the approach and landed without further incident. Injuries were not stated.

Carter Capner Law monitors accidents involving light aircraft, helicopters, charter flights, balloons, commuter aircraft and airlines throughout Australia and overseas to spotlight safety issues of concern to our clients and to demonstrate those situations in which they may have a right to an insurance or compensation recovery. We act for pilots, passengers, operators, aircraft owners and aviation employees worldwide. Call today on 1300 529 529 or click here to reach Carter Capner Law. Click on Client Showcase to view our history of aircraft accident compensation claims.