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 return to flight following an October accident on Yonaguni Island.
The incident was attributed to pilot error, specifically the pilot's failure to activate crucial engine power settings before takeoff due to distraction, and poor aircraft control after an emergency landing.
This accident, which occurred during a joint exercise, adds to the existing safety concerns and controversy surrounding the V-22 Osprey in Japan, particularly after a fatal U.S. V-22 crash in November 2023.
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.
