NTSB Appoints Representative for 2019 Boeing 737 Incident in India

Overview of the Investigation Role The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) of India informed the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) about an incident that occurred on June 30, 2019, involving a Boeing 737 airplane. In response to this notification, the NTSB took action to support the ongoing investigation. ## Appointment of U.S. Representative Acting in its capacity as the State of Manufacturer for the aircraft, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative. This appointment was made to assist the AAIB of India in its investigative efforts. The action was taken in accordance with the provisions of ICAO Annex 13, which governs international cooperation in aircraft accident investigations. ## Information Release The source indicates that all investigative information related to the incident will be released by the AAIB of India. The NTSB's role is limited to providing assistance through the appointed representative, with the primary investigative authority remaining with the Indian agency.