Overview
On December 9, 2017, an incident occurred involving a Boeing 767 aircraft. Kazakhstan's Aviation Accident Investigation Department notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the event. In accordance with international protocols, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to participate in the investigation.
Investigation Details
The NTSB's involvement is based on its role as the state of manufacture and design of the airplane, as outlined in ICAO Annex 13. All investigative information will be released by Kazakhstan's Aviation Accident Investigation Department, which is leading the inquiry. Further details regarding the nature of the incident, including location and operational context, have not been disclosed by the authorities.
The appointment of a U.S. Accredited Representative ensures that the NTSB can provide technical assistance and coordinate with Kazakh investigators. Such collaboration is standard practice under international aviation accident investigation protocols. The investigation is ongoing, and no additional information has been released at this time.