Accident Probes Collisions Safety Analysis

NTSB Reports

Editorial Staff

Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at 04:07 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Fatal accidents occurred from a mid-air collision, loss of control, and controlled flight into terrain (CFIT), often exacerbated by challenging conditions or procedural non-compliance.
Multiple incidents involved engine failures or significant mechanical malfunctions, frequently necessitating forced landings and resulting in substantial aircraft damage.
Several accidents involved aircraft being operated shortly after maintenance, upon new acquisition, or by pilots unfamiliar with the aircraft, highlighting heightened operational risks during these periods.

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October 1, 2021, Chandler, Ariz.

Robinson R22/Piper PA-28-181

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