Accident Probes

NTSB Reports: September 2020

Editorial Staff

Monday, August 24, 2020 at 01:40 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

**Pilot error and procedural non-compliance** were primary factors, evident in overlooked checklists (alternators, landing gear), improper pre-flight checks (foreign object in propeller, secured controls), and poor in-flight decision-making (continuing takeoff with engine issues, improper fire response, fatigue).
**Fuel mismanagement and system anomalies** led to numerous incidents, including inadequate fuel planning, unreliable gauges, suspected system breaches, and blockages causing engine power loss.
**Loss of control during critical flight phases**, often resulting from stalls, rapid descents, or uncommanded maneuvers, accounted for severe accidents, sometimes exacerbated by mechanical failures or challenging conditions.

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