Korean Air Flight 801 - Controlled Flight Into Terrain
Background
On August 6, 1997, Korean Air Flight 801, a Boeing 747-300, crashed into high terrain at Nimitz Hill, Guam, while on approach to Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport. The accident claimed the lives of 229 passengers and crew members.
The Investigation
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) conducted an extensive investigation into the accident. The NTSB's final report cited the following probable causes: * The flight crew's failure to follow proper approach procedures. * The captain's poor decision-making. * Inadequate communication between the flight crew members.
Safety Issues
The accident raised several safety issues, including: * The need for improved training for pilots on approach procedures and pilot decision-making. * The importance of clear and concise communication between crew members. * The need for better ground-based support for aircraft approaching and landing at airports in poor visibility conditions.
Aftermath
The accident led to the implementation of several safety measures, including: * The development of new training programs for pilots on approach procedures and pilot decision-making. * The installation of new ground-based navigation aids at Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport. * The development of new procedures for communicating between flight crew members and air traffic controllers. The accident also led to increased public awareness of the importance of flight safety.
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