NTSB's initial findings on UPS aircraft incident, exclusive images

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recently published an initial report on the tragic UPS plane crash, revealing findings of fatigue cracks and overstress failure in the area connecting the engine to the aircraft. The report, released last Thursday, includes detailed images showing the separation of the engine and left pylon from the left wing of the aircraft. The crash claimed the lives of three crew members and 11 individuals on the ground, while injuring 23 others. The crew members on UPS Flight 2976 were Captain Richard Wartenberg, First Officer Lee Truitt, and International Relief Officer Captain Dana Diamond. The NTSB investigation has revealed that First Officer Lee Truitt was the pilot flying at the time. The report highlighted issues like fatigue cracks and overstress, indicating potential causes of the crash. Both UPS and FedEx have grounded their McDonnell Douglas MD-11 planes in response to the incident. Multiple agencies, including the FAA, UPS, Boeing, Independent Pilots Association, and GE Aerospace, are working together to investigate various aspects such as structures, systems, powerplants, and human performance related to the crash. Further details are emerging as WLWT delves deeper into the report.