July 1, 2024

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Date:
25-JUN-2024

Time:
05:44 LT

Type of Aircraft:
BAe 146-300 (QT)

Owner/Operator:
ASL Airlines Australia

Registration:
VH-SAJ

MSN:
E3150

Year of Manufacture:
1989

Engine Model:
Honeywell ALF502 R-5

Aircraft Damage:
Minor

Location:
Brisbane International Airport, QLD (BNE/YBBN) – Australia

Phase:
Landing

Nature:
Passenger – Scheduled

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

Destination Airport:
Brisbane International Airport, QLD (BNE/YBBN)

Circumstances:

**During its approach to Brisbane International Airport, Qantas flight QF7295, operated by ASL Airlines Australia under a BAe 146-300, experienced an unstable descent that led to a tailstrike upon landing. The incident caused minor damage to the aircraft, but fortunately, no injuries were reported among the crew or passengers. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has initiated an in-depth investigation into the circumstances surrounding the unstable approach and the subsequent tailstrike. The investigation team will review flight data, interview the crew, and examine the aircraft for potential safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.**

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.