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NTSB investigates all civil aviation accidents in the US & significant events in other modes— railroad, highway, marine, pipeline, & commercial space.
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The NTSB will hold a two-day investigative hearing on May 19–20 as part of its ongoing investigation into the Nov. 4, 2025, UPS Cargo Airplane Crash in Kentucky. 📍 NTSB Boardroom & Conference Center, 429 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 🎥 Can’t attend in person? Watch the live stream. 🔗 Link in bio
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5 days ago
📢 The NTSB is #hiring! A few positions are closing this week. Don’t miss your chance to join our team. Check out our open positions and apply now: Link in bio
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6 days ago
The #NTSB Transportation Disaster Assistance Division is now accepting applications for the September 2026 Family Assistance Operations Course. This tuition-free, in-person training offers a comprehensive overview of family assistance operations following major transportation accidents. 📅 Sept. 1–3, 2026 📍 NTSB Boardroom and Conference Center, 429 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20594 🔗 Link in bio Apply by May 15, 2026. Seating is limited.
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18 days ago
Speaking at the World Traffic Safety Symposium at the New York Auto Show, Chairwoman Homendy highlighted the need to pair innovation with proven safety solutions. Read the Chairwoman's full remarks: Link in bio
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20 days ago
We updated our Safety Issues page on Advanced Driver Assistance and Automated Driving Systems to highlight what investigations continue to show about these technologies. 🔗Link in bio
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26 days ago
Watch the highlights from the NTSB's recent board meeting, featuring presentations and discussions on crash sequences, partial automation, alcohol-impaired driving, and data collection. Also, check out the final NTSB investigation report: (Links in bio)
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26 days ago
The NTSB will hold a public board meeting to determine the probable cause of the fatal crashes involving Ford’s hands-free BlueCruise partial automation technology. 📍 NTSB Boardroom & Conference Center, 429 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 🎥 Can’t attend in person? Watch the live stream. 🔗 Link in bio
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1 month ago
🚨 New Safety Alert from the NTSB Office of Aviation Safety: Some aircraft are equipped with rocket-powered parachute systems (BPRS). If the rocket did not deploy before impact, it may still pose a hazard on scene. 🔎 Identify the BPRS 📞 Notify NTSB: 844-373-9922 Learn more: Link in bio
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2 months ago
The NTSB will hold a public board meeting to determine the probable cause of the midair collision between a PSA Airlines passenger jet and a U.S. Army Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. 📍 NTSB Boardroom & Conference Center, 429 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC ⌚ 9:00 a.m. (ET) 🎥 Can’t attend in person? Watch the live stream. 🔗Link in bio
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3 months ago
The NTSB has issued a preliminary report on its investigation of a Dec. 3, 2025, fatal railroad employee accident in Ontario, California, involving a shoving movement at a highway-rail grade crossing. Shoving movements remain one of the most hazardous tasks for train crews. The NTSB’s recent Safety Alert outlines steps to reduce risk. Learn more at the link in bio.
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4 months ago
Stay safe this holiday season. Before you hit the road, take off, or head out on the water, spend a moment with our NTSB Safety Alerts and Safety Issue pages. What you learn today could save a life tomorrow. 👉 ntsb.gov/safetyalerts 👉 ntsb.gov/safetyissues
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4 months ago
Our new safety issues page brings together #NTSB bridge investigations, lessons learned, and key safety recommendations, representing critical safety priorities for bridges and infrastructure. These safety issues need further action from lawmakers, industry, and recommendation recipients to improve transportation safety for all. Learn more and help implement NTSB safety recommendations. 🔗Link in bio #BridgeSafety #TransportationSafety #InfrastructureSafety #HighwaySafety
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5 months ago