On February 9, 2020, a Boeing 757 2B7 operated by American Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near San Jose, Costa Rica. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 17 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
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The CTAC of Costa Rica notified the NTSB of a February 2020 incident involving a Boeing 757-2B7. The NTSB appointed a representative to assist under ICAO Annex 13 as the State of Manufacturer.
Incident Notification
The Consejo Technico de Aviacion Civil (CTAC) of Costa Rica formally notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) regarding an aviation incident. This event involved a Boeing 757-2B7 and occurred on February 9, 2020.
International Cooperation
In accordance with ICAO Annex 13 provisions, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist in the investigation. The United States serves as the State of Manufacturer and Design for the aircraft involved in this incident.
Information Release
All investigative information related to this event will be released exclusively by the CTAC.
Related events
Same aircraft family
24 Jul 2026 — BOEING 757 (Delta)
16 Jan 2025 — BOEING 757 (EAT Leipzig)
10 Jan 2025 — BOEING 757 351 (Delta Air Lines INC)
18 Nov 2024 — Boeing 757-231 (WL) (Delta Air Lines)
What happened in the 9 Feb 2020 Boeing 757 2B7 accident near San Jose, Costa Rica?
The CTAC of Costa Rica notified the NTSB of a February 2020 incident involving a Boeing 757-2B7. The NTSB appointed a representative to assist under ICAO Annex 13 as the State of Manufacturer.
Were there any fatalities in the 9 Feb 2020 Boeing 757 2B7 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Feb 2020 involved a Boeing 757 2B7, operated by American Airlines, at San Jose, Costa Rica.
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