Accident Probes

NTSB Reports: October 2021

Editorial Staff

Monday, September 20, 2021 at 09:53 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

A high number of the reported aviation incidents in July 2021 resulted in fatal injuries, often to all occupants aboard.
Many accidents involved pilot-related factors such as judgment errors during takeoff, landing, and maneuvering, leading to issues like controlled flight into terrain, runway excursions, or collisions.
Significant contributing factors included engine power loss or other mechanical failures, as well as challenging environmental conditions like adverse weather, difficult terrain, or wet runways.
The incidents involved a diverse array of aircraft types, from small single-engine planes to business jets, occurring in various locations across the United States.

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July 1, 2021, North Pole, Alaska

Cessna 170B

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