Lithium Batteries, Accident Investigation, Cargo Safety, Cover Story, Dangerous Goods
In-Flight Inferno
Recovered remnants of the Asiana freighter provided no clue to the physical cause of the catastrophic fire on the main cargo deck.
Industry Updates
Posts Categorized: Accident Investigation
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Mechanical Issues, Accident Investigation, Causal Factors, Human Factors
Fast Fixes
U.K. AAIB cites maintenance human factors after Airbus A319 fan cowling doors detach during takeoff.
Accident Investigation, Foundation Focus
Just Culture in Accident Investigation
During the early days of aviation, aircraft accidents were investigated using mainly records of the flight and evidence gathered at accident sites. Basic investigative techniques matured as experience was gained,…
Accident Investigation, Helicopter Safety
Interference
An R44’s proximity to high-intensity broadcast towers resulted in an uncommanded power decrease, NTSB investigators say.
Accident Investigation, On Record
‘I Got It’
The captain took control close to the runway in an attempt to salvage an unstabilized approach.
Lost at Sea
Interim report details efforts to learn what became of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.
Beyond Forensics
Predictive tools hold promise for investigative authorities expanding their time-honored niche.
Time to Reflect
The BEA’s arduous path to its final report on Air France Flight 447 yields insights for the world’s investigators and pilots.