On May 24, 2018, an incident occurred in Kumamoto, Japan, involving a Boeing 767-300, registration JA8980.
Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the investigation being conducted by the Japan Transportation Safety Board (JTSB). The NTSB's involvement is due to its role as the State of Manufacturer and Design for the aircraft's engine.