No fatalities

Jordan CARC Notifies NTSB of 2017 Boeing 737 Incident

Aqaba, Jordan

On September 17, 2017, a BOEING 737 operated by Royal Wings was involved in an aviation accident near Aqaba, Jordan. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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The Jordan Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission notified the NTSB of a September 17, 2017 incident involving a Boeing 737. The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist Jordan's investigation under ICAO Annex 13.

Incident Notification and International Cooperation On September 17, 2017, an incident involving a Boeing 737 aircraft occurred in Jordan. The Jordan Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) formally notified the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the event. In accordance with ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Jordan in its investigation. The CARC remains the sole authority responsible for releasing all investigative information related to the incident. ## Regulatory Framework The collaboration between the CARC and the NTSB follows established international aviation safety protocols. The appointment of a U.S. Accredited Representative ensures that the investigation adheres to ICAO standards while supporting the lead authority's efforts to determine the circumstances of the incident.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 Sept 2017 BOEING 737 accident near Aqaba, Jordan?

The Jordan Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission notified the NTSB of a September 17, 2017 incident involving a Boeing 737. The NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist Jordan's investigation under ICAO Annex 13.

Were there any fatalities in the 17 Sept 2017 BOEING 737 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 Sept 2017 involved a BOEING 737, operated by Royal Wings, at Aqaba, Jordan.