Incident Notification
The German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Investigation (BFU) has notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an incident involving a Boeing 737-800, which occurred on October 20, 2015. Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the BFU investigation. As the State of Manufacture and Design of the airplane, the NTSB participates in the investigation to provide technical expertise.
Investigation Details
All investigative information regarding this incident will be released by the BFU. The BFU is leading the investigation in accordance with German regulations and international protocols. The specific location, nature of the incident, and any resulting damage or injuries have not been disclosed by the authorities at this time. Further details are expected to be made available as the investigation progresses.
International Cooperation
The appointment of a U.S. Accredited Representative reflects the collaborative framework established by ICAO Annex 13, which facilitates mutual assistance among member states in aircraft accident and incident investigations. This cooperation ensures that the design and manufacturing knowledge of the aircraft's state of design is available to the investigating body.