Accident Probes

NTSB Accident Reports

Editorial Staff

Monday, September 25, 2023 at 07:12 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Multiple accidents involved engine failures or power loss, leading to forced landings and substantial aircraft damage.
Several fatal incidents occurred during takeoff or go-around phases, characterized by a failure to gain altitude, stalls, or loss of control.
Contributing factors included maintenance issues (such as experimental first flights, overdue inspections, or faulty components) and pilot-related factors like judgment errors, trim settings, or medical incapacitation.
Adverse weather conditions and deviations from instrument approach procedures also contributed to fatal collisions with terrain.

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July 1, 2023, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Berkut 540 Experimental

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