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National Transportation Safety Board
Organization GovernmentUS agency investigating transportation accidents and safety issues
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About
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is a US government agency responsible for investigating accidents and incidents involving transportation systems. Recently, they have been in the news due to various high-profile aviation and helicopter crashes, including midair collisions near Washington DC and tourist helicopter crashes in Hawaii. The NTSB has also faced controversy over allegations of misconduct among its members. With their investigations ongoing, the NTSB plays a crucial role in identifying safety issues and implementing changes to prevent similar accidents in the future.
Last updated: April 27, 2026
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US warns hundreds of Boeing jets may require seat safety inspections

Pilot killed fighting Colorado wildfire identified as Nicholas Dale
Both engines flamed out before small jet crashed in June on Texas highway, according to NTSB report
Wally Funk, aviation pioneer who was the oldest woman to travel into space, dies at 87

Man charged with manslaughter over Tesla crash originally blamed on car’s self-driving mode
UPS never required detailed inspection of part that failed before engine flew off plane that crashed

New York: two killed and 20 injured in Long Island Expressway crash

US opens second federal investigation of deadly Tesla crash into Texas home
