NTSB Appoints Representative for 2018 Beech V35B Accident in Brazil

Overview of the Accident Notification and NTSB Involvement The government of Brazil notified the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an accident involving a Beech V35B airplane that occurred on February 27, 2018. The notification triggered the NTSB's role in supporting the lead investigation under international aviation safety protocols. ## Role of the U.S. Accredited Representative In response to the notification, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the government of Brazil with its investigation. This appointment was made under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, which governs the investigation of international aviation accidents and incidents. ## Release of Investigative Information The source states that all investigative information related to the accident will be released by the government of Brazil. The NTSB's involvement is limited to providing assistance through the appointed representative, with Brazil retaining responsibility for the official release of findings and data.