Accident Probes

NTSB Reports

Editorial Staff

Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 01:32 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Many fatal incidents occurred in challenging night or instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), often involving non-instrument-rated pilots or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
Engine failures, power losses, and pre-existing mechanical issues were prevalent, sometimes linked to recent maintenance or pilots flying unairworthy aircraft.
Additional incidents highlighted risks from aircraft contamination (e.g., snow on wings), control system malfunctions, and suboptimal pilot execution during emergencies.

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January 23, 2023, Provo, Utah

Embraer EMB-505 Phenom 300

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