Accident Probes

NTSB Reports

Editorial Staff

Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at 12:46 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

A notable number of accidents involved a loss of engine power, with causes ranging from fuel exhaustion despite instrument indications to catastrophic mechanical failures like connecting rod fractures or separated fuel fittings, frequently resulting in fatalities.
Several incidents highlighted a loss of aircraft control, manifesting as uncommanded maneuvers, spins, or steep descents during flight or landing, often leading to fatal outcomes.
Other accidents were attributed to significant mechanical issues such as primary hydraulic system failure, in-flight breakup due to turbulence, or pilot procedural errors like unintentional gear-up landings.

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September 1, 2022, Orlando, Fla.

Diamond Aircraft DA42 NG Twin Star

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