NTSB Launches Investigation Into 777’s Sudden Loss of Altitude
The United Airlines 777 began a steep dive from around 2,200 feet to 775 feet, creating forces of nearly 2.7 times the force of gravity, according to reports.
The NTSB announced Tuesday it is opening an investigation into the December 18 incident. [Credit: Shutterstock]
Key Takeaways:
The NTSB is investigating United Airlines flight UA1722, a Boeing 777, which dramatically plunged from approximately 2,200 feet to 800 feet above the ocean shortly after departing Maui on December 18, 2022, before recovering and landing safely.
During the recovery, the aircraft and its occupants experienced forces of nearly 2.7 times the force of gravity, and United's internal investigation resulted in the involved pilots receiving additional training.
The flight crew voluntarily reported the incident to the FAA, and a preliminary NTSB investigation report is expected within three weeks.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced it is launching an investigation after a Boeing 777 flight en route to San Francisco from Maui dramatically plunged to an altitude of around 800 feet above the ocean before recovering.
News of the investigation comes months after the incident occurred.
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