NTSB 830

Question 1

What is considered an Aircraft Accident?

Answer 1

• It is an occurance by which the aircraft is substantially damaged or a person is killed/seriously injured

Question 2

What are some examples of an Aircraft Accident?

Answer 2

• Flight control system malfunction/failure
• Inability of required flight crewmember to perform their normal flight duties
• In flight fire
• Aircraft collison in flight
• An aircraft that is overdue and believed to be involved in an accident

Question 3

When must an Aircraft Accident be reported?

Answer 3

• The operator of the aircraft must immediately notify the NTSB and file an accident report within 10 days

Question 4

What is considered an Aircraft Incident?

Answer 4

• An occurence other than an accident which could affect or affects the safety of operations

Question 5

When must an Aircraft Incident be reported?

Answer 5

• A report must be filed only if requested by the NTSB

Question 6

How is mail or cargo handled regarding aircraft wreckage?

Answer 6

• Prior to the NTSB taking custody of the wreckage, mail and/or cargo may only be moved to protect the wreckage from further damage