Accident Probes Collisions Safety Analysis

NTSB Reports

Editorial Staff

Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at 04:07 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Multiple accidents involved engine failures or malfunctions, with several occurring shortly after recent maintenance or modifications, highlighting the importance of thorough post-maintenance checks.
Several fatal incidents stemmed from loss of control, apparent spatial disorientation, or procedural non-compliance, often exacerbated by challenging conditions such as night flying or Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC).
Other incidents included a mid-air collision in a controlled airspace, runway excursions due to mechanical issues, and stalls during critical flight phases like go-arounds, showcasing a range of operational challenges.

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October 1, 2021, Chandler, Ariz.

Robinson R22/Piper PA-28-181

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