NTSB Appoints Representative for Ethiopian Boeing 737 Accident Investigation

Notification and Appointment of Representative The government of Ethiopia informed the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an accident involving a Boeing 737 that occurred on March 10, 2019. In response, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the investigation led by the Ethiopian government. ## Role Under ICAO Annex 13 The appointment was made under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, which governs the investigation of aircraft accidents and incidents. The NTSB’s role is based on its status as the State of Manufacturer of the airplane. ## Release of Investigative Information The source states that all investigative information will be released by the government of Ethiopia. The NTSB did not provide additional details regarding the aircraft’s registration, operator, location, or cause.