Incident Notification
On September 15, 2019, an accident involving a Piper PA-31 aircraft occurred within the jurisdiction of Colombia. The Colombian government formally notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) regarding this event. As the accident took place in Colombian territory, the primary responsibility for the investigation rests with the local authorities.
International Cooperation
In accordance with international aviation safety standards, specifically ICAO Annex 13, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to support the ongoing inquiry. This role involves assisting the government of Colombia in its investigative efforts rather than leading them. The appointment ensures that U.S. interests are represented and that technical expertise is available to aid the primary investigators.
Data Management
The source material explicitly states that all investigative information related to this accident will be released exclusively by the government of Colombia. This indicates that the NTSB does not hold independent authority over the dissemination of findings or reports for this specific incident, adhering to the principle that the state where the accident occurred leads the investigation and controls the release of official data.