Country's Self-Defense Force has cleared its V-22 Osprey fleet to resume flight after an investigation determined pilot error was the cause of an October crash.
A V-22 Osprey aircraft bound for the Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) based at Camp Kisarazu departs Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni, Japan, July 10, 2020. [Courtesy: U.S. Marine Corps]
Key Takeaways:
The Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) has cleared its V-22 Osprey fleet to resume flight operations after determining an October accident was caused by pilot error.
The incident, where an Osprey tilted and struck the ground during takeoff, was attributed to the pilot's failure to activate crucial engine power settings due to distraction from last-minute changes and poor aircraft control.
This decision follows a fatal U.S. Air Force Osprey crash in November 2023, and the V-22 fleet's use continues to be controversial due to ongoing safety concerns, particularly among residents in Okinawa.
The Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) has cleared its V-22 Osprey fleet to return to flight after determining pilot error was the cause of an October accident on Yonaguni Island.
The incident occurred during a joint exercise with U.S. military where the V-22 Osprey tilted and hit the ground as it was taking off, though no injuries were reported among the 16 on board.
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Amelia Walsh is a private pilot who enjoys flying her family’s Columbia 350. She is based in Colorado and loves all things outdoors including skiing, hiking, and camping.
