Boeing 787-9 accident in Fukushima, Japan

No fatalities • Fukushima, Japan

The NTSB has been notified of an accident involving a Boeing 787-9 in Fukushima, Japan.

The Japanese Transport Safety Board (JTSB) reported an accident involving a Boeing 787-9, registration N29968, which took place on July 01, 2017, in Fukushima, Japan.

Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the investigation being conducted by the JTSB, acting as the State of Manufacturer and Design.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Jul 2017 BOEING 787-9 NO SERIES accident near Fukushima, Japan?

The NTSB has been notified of an accident involving a Boeing 787-9 in Fukushima, Japan.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Jul 2017 BOEING 787-9 NO SERIES accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Jul 2017 involved a BOEING 787-9 NO SERIES, operated by UNITED AIRLINES INC, at Fukushima, Japan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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