Incident Notification
The German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation (BFU) has notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an incident involving a Boeing 767-300 that occurred on March 19, 2014. The notification was made under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, which governs international cooperation in aircraft accident and incident investigations.
U.S. Accredited Representative
In response, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the BFU in the investigation. The NTSB serves as the State of Manufacturer and Design for the Boeing 767-300 aircraft, which is designed and built in the United States. The Accredited Representative will participate in the investigation to provide technical expertise regarding the aircraft's design and manufacturing.
Investigation Authority
All investigative information will be released by the BFU, as the lead investigating agency. The BFU will direct the investigation and issue findings and any safety recommendations. The NTSB's role is to support the BFU as requested, consistent with international protocols.
Aircraft and Incident Details
The incident involved a Boeing 767-300. No further details about the nature of the incident, location, or operational circumstances have been released by the BFU. The investigation is ongoing.