Overview of the Incident
On August 8, 2017, an incident occurred involving a Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The event took place within the jurisdiction of Spain, prompting the Spanish government to initiate its own investigative procedures in accordance with national and international aviation safety standards.
International Cooperation
Following the occurrence, the government of Spain formally notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) regarding the incident. In response to this notification, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative. This appointment was made to facilitate cooperation between the two nations' regulatory bodies and to assist the Spanish authorities in their ongoing inquiry.
Regulatory Framework
The involvement of the U.S. representative is conducted under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, which governs international cooperation in aviation accident investigations. This framework ensures that relevant parties can share information and resources effectively while respecting the primary investigative authority of the state where the incident occurred.
Information Release
It has been explicitly stated that all investigative information related to this event will be released exclusively by the government of Spain. The NTSB's role is limited to providing assistance through its appointed representative, with no independent publication of findings planned.