Accident Probes Collisions Safety Analysis

NTSB Reports

Editorial Staff

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

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Key Takeaways:

A fatal mid-air collision occurred at a towered airport, while numerous other accidents involved engine failures leading to forced landings or crashes, some resulting in fatalities.
Multiple fatal incidents were linked to challenges during critical flight phases (takeoff, landing, approach), often exacerbated by adverse weather, night conditions, or apparent pilot control difficulties.
Several accidents involved experimental aircraft or those recently undergoing maintenance or acquisition, suggesting potential issues related to aircraft status or pilot familiarity.

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October 1, 2021, Chandler, Ariz.

Robinson R22/Piper PA-28-181

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