Incident Notification
On February 5, 2012, an incident occurred involving a McDonnell Douglas MD-82 aircraft. The Danish Accident Investigation Board (AIB), the authority responsible for investigating the incident, notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the United States. This notification is part of standard international protocols for aviation incidents.
NTSB Involvement
The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the AIB with the investigation. This appointment was made under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, which designates the United States as the State of Manufacturer and Design for the McDonnell Douglas MD-82. The Accredited Representative will participate in the investigation alongside the AIB, providing expertise on the aircraft's design and manufacturing.
Investigation Information
All investigative information regarding this incident will be released by the Danish AIB. The AIB will determine the scope and findings of the investigation, and any conclusions or recommendations will be published by their office. The NTSB's role is to support the AIB as requested under the ICAO framework.
Aircraft Details
The aircraft involved in the incident is a McDonnell Douglas MD-82. No additional specific details about the aircraft, such as registration or operator, were provided in the notification. The investigation is ongoing, and further information may be released by the AIB as it becomes available.