NTSB Appoints Representative for 2015 Boeing 737 Accident Investigation

Overview of the Investigation Role The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has designated a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the Australian Transport Safety Board (ATSB) in its investigation of an aircraft accident. The incident involved a Boeing 737 and occurred on June 12, 2015. ## International Cooperation The NTSB's involvement is based on its status as the State of Manufacturer and Design for the aircraft. This role is exercised under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, which governs international cooperation in aviation accident investigations. ## Information Release The ATSB, as the investigating authority, is responsible for releasing all investigative information related to the accident.