Accident Probes

NTSB Reports: September 2020

Editorial Staff

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

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Key Takeaways:

Multiple accidents stemmed from pilot error, including checklist omissions (e.g., gear-up landings, alternators off), control configuration issues, and misjudgment of fuel levels.
Engine-related problems, such as fuel exhaustion/breaches, in-flight fires, and power loss, were a common factor leading to forced landings, ditching, or crashes.
Several accidents involved a loss of aircraft control during critical flight phases like takeoff, climb, descent, or maneuvering, often resulting in severe damage or fatalities.

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