CLEAN : Australia seaplane crash investigation finds no structural issue

The executive director of transport safety from the Australian Transport Safety Bureau discusses the investigation into a recent aircraft incident. Initial findings show no impact or structural issues. The investigation faces challenges in determining the cause, with no preferred theory yet. Historical context reveals a previous accident in the 90s, but the aircraft has been operating without issues since receiving airworthiness certification in 2000. The investigation continues to piece together events to form a hypothesis.

What did the initial examination of the wreckage reveal?

• There was no impact with any objects.

• The aircraft broke up in flight.

• There were structural issues with the aircraft.

• There was an impact with an object during takeoff.

What is the current status of the investigation regarding the aircraft's deviation from its course?

• A preferred theory has been established.

• The deviation was part of normal operations.

• The investigation is ongoing with no preferred theory yet.

• The cause of deviation is confirmed.

What is the speaker's confidence level in determining the facts of the incident?

• They are certain they will find the cause.

• They are unsure about the investigation's outcome.

• They have no confidence in finding any facts.

• They are confident they will ascertain the facts.

What historical event is mentioned regarding the aircraft?

• The aircraft had a mid-air collision in 2000.

• The aircraft was newly built in 2000.

• The aircraft was involved in an accident in the 90s.

• The aircraft was decommissioned in the 90s.

What was the condition of the aircraft since receiving its certificate of airworthiness?

• It has had multiple issues.

• It has been operating without any issues.

• It was involved in several accidents.

• It was grounded frequently.