Accident Probes

NTSB Reports: October 2021

Editorial Staff

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

Verified

Key Takeaways:

Many accidents involved loss of control during critical flight phases like takeoff, landing, or maneuvering, often resulting in impacts with terrain or obstacles.
Engine-related issues, including power loss, throttle malfunctions, and fuel exhaustion, were significant factors in several crashes and forced landings.
Pilot judgment errors, especially concerning adverse weather conditions, VFR/IFR procedures, and terrain awareness, contributed to multiple fatal incidents.

See a mistake? Contact us.

July 1, 2021, North Pole, Alaska

Cessna 170B

Editorial Staff