Incident Notification
On December 21, 2015, the government of Australia notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an incident involving a Boeing 787 airplane. The notification was made in accordance with international protocols.
International Cooperation
Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Australia's investigation. As the State of Manufacturer and Design of the airplane, the United States is participating in the probe to provide technical expertise.
Investigation Oversight
All investigative information will be released by the government of Australia. The NTSB's role is limited to supporting the lead investigative authority. Further details about the incident, including the aircraft's registration, operator, and location, have not been disclosed by the Australian authorities.