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NTSB Reports

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Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Multiple aircraft accidents in late 2018 resulted in fatalities from events like in-flight breakup, loss of control during takeoff or climb, and critical engine failures.
Other incidents, including forced landings, runway excursions, and ground collisions, stemmed from issues such as mechanical problems (e.g., brake failure, engine power loss) or unique circumstances like pilot incapacitation from dry ice fumes.
NTSB data for personal flying indicates that while most accidents happen during landing, these are less often fatal compared to incidents in other flight phases.

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November 18, 2018, Harmon, N.D.

Cessna 441 Conquest II

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