A team of investigators from the United States' National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and Beechcraft, the aircraft manufacturer, has arrived at the scene of the tragic Elmina air crash in Shah Alam. The team, comprised of 12 members, commenced their investigative efforts by utilizing drones to survey the site and conducting hands-on assessments of the wreckage.

Sources reveal that the team of experts touched down in the country yesterday morning, promptly engaging in their mission to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the catastrophic incident.

The NTSB, contacted by the New Straits Times, stated that they have dispatched their investigators to provide support for the ongoing air crash investigation. While their involvement signifies a collaborative approach, they clarified that pertinent information related to the investigation's progress would be disseminated through Malaysia's aviation authority.

In parallel, a spokesperson from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) confirmed that both the FAA and NTSB are collaborating with local authorities in the comprehensive examination of the Elmina air crash. The joint effort aims to gather crucial insights into the factors contributing to the accident.

Local authorities have also indicated that the wreckage of the Beechcraft Model 390 (Premier 1) six-seater aircraft, registered as N28JV, is slated for removal today. The grim incident occurred last Thursday, as the aircraft was on its approach to Subang Airport from Langkawi. Tragically, the crash resulted in the devastating loss of all eight individuals aboard the aircraft, in addition to two further casualties among road users.

Source: NST