On 29 Jun 2018, an Airbus A330 323 operated by American Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Gander, Canada. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Not determined. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 17 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
The NTSB is assisting Canadian authorities in an investigation regarding an accident involving an American Airlines Airbus A330.
The government of Canada notified the NTSB of an accident involving an Airbus A330, registration N278AY, which took place on June 29, 2018, in Gander, Canada. The accident resulted in 1 minor injury and 0 fatalities.
Under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the investigation being conducted by the Canadian government. All official investigative details will be released by the authorities in Canada.
Probable cause
Not determined
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