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Aviation Special Investigation Report on the Safety of Parachute Jump Operations

NTSB Safety Studies · Safety study · SS-08/01 · Published 2008-02-05 · National Transportation Safety Board · 1 author

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Abstract

Examines the safety record of parachute jump operations conducted under Part 91 of the Federal Aviation Regulations. Identifies common accident causes including loss of control, in-flight loss of engine power, and recommends regulatory and operational improvements.

Author

  • National Transportation Safety Board NTSB

Keywords

  • parachute operations
  • part 91
  • loss of control

Citation

National Transportation Safety Board (2008). Aviation Special Investigation Report on the Safety of Parachute Jump Operations. National Transportation Safety Board. NTSB Safety Studies ID SS-08/01. https://www.ntsb.gov/safety/safety-studies/Pages/SIR-08-01.aspx ↗