Aviation accident investigation analysis methodologies used by 12 government Safety Investigation Authorities

In this 2026 study, Bills, Costello, and Cattani present a rare inside look at how 12 leading government Safety Investigation Authorities (SIAs) actually analyse major aviation accidents.

The study maps the investigation models and analytical frameworks used in practice by investigators and compares them with both ICAO guidance and contemporary academic debate.

NASA ASRS Accident Database

We link you here to the the ASRS Database Online, the world’s largest repository of voluntary, confidential safety information provided by aviation’s frontline personnel, including pilots, controllers, mechanics, flight attendants, and dispatchers. The database provides a foundation for specific products and subsequent research addressing a variety of aviation safety issues. 

Serious incident to the Airbus A320 registered 9H-EMU operated by AirHub on 23/05/2022 on approach to CDG.

Serious incident report into circumstances behind Transmission of incorrect altimeter setting (QNH) by air traffic service, and near-collision with ground during satellite approach procedure with barometric vertical guidance. Source: BEA French Safety Agency For the full report (in English) follow this LINK Synopsis: The crew of the Airbus A320 registered 9H-EMU were carrying out scheduled […]

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