NTSB Appoints Representative for 2018 Bell 430 Accident in Turkey

Overview of the Accident Notification and U.S. Involvement The government of Turkey notified the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an accident involving a Bell 430 helicopter. The incident occurred on September 6, 2018. ## Role of the NTSB Accredited Representative In response to the notification, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative. This representative was tasked with assisting the government of Turkey in its investigation of the accident. The appointment was made under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, which governs international accident and incident investigations. ## Release of Investigative Information The source states that all investigative information related to the accident will be released by the government of Turkey. The NTSB's role is limited to providing assistance through its accredited representative, with Turkey retaining primary responsibility for the investigation and the dissemination of its findings.