Accident · 2021-11-29

NTSB case DCA22LA038 · BOEING 747-4B5F · Part 121

What the record says

Event date
2021-11-29
Event type
Accident
Highest injury level
No injuries
Aircraft
BOEING 747-4B5F (N705CK)
Operating rule
Part 121
Operator
KALITTA AIR LLC Operator named in NTSB report
Operated by (per NTSB report)
KALITTA AIR LLC

Probable cause

Incorrect lubrication of the foreflap fitting assembly.

Source: NTSB case DCA22LA038

Flight crew

Certification and experience as recorded in the NTSB accident database for this event. The NTSB records these facts about the crew's flying history; GroundCheck shows them as filed, without names or identities.

RoleCertificateInstrument ratingAgeMedicalFlight hours
Pilot pilot flyingAirline transport pilotAirplane47Class 13,039 total · 3,039 in this make/model
Co-pilot1,805 total · 1,805 in this make/model

Facts as the NTSB records them — GroundCheck adds no judgement. Preliminary records may be revised as the investigation proceeds.

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