Investigation of US Air Flight 1016

The video covers the investigation of the US Air flight 1016 crash, the first major airline accident in North Carolina in 20 years. The National Transportation Safety Board, led by Greg Feith, examines the wreckage, focusing on the engines and thrust reversers. Initial findings suggest the right engine's thrust reverser was deployed, but further analysis reveals it occurred during impact, not in flight. This eliminates one potential cause, but the investigation continues to determine the crash's true cause.

What was significant about the crash of US Air flight 1016?

• It was the first crash involving a DC9 aircraft.

• It was the first crash investigated by Greg Feith.

• It was the first crash involving a major airline in North Carolina in 20 years.

• It was the deadliest crash in US history.

Who is leading the investigation into the crash?

• Michael Johnson

• Jane Smith

• John Doe

• Greg Feith

What was the first task of the investigation team?

• Inspecting the airport

• Reviewing flight data

• Examining the wreckage

• Interviewing the survivors

What unusual finding did the investigators notice about the right engine?

• It was missing

• The thrust reverser was deployed

• It was on fire

• It was intact

What is the purpose of thrust reversers?

• To increase speed during takeoff

• To assist in mid-air refueling

• To slow down the plane upon landing

• To stabilize the plane in turbulence

What can happen if a thrust reverser deploys in flight?

• The plane speeds up

• The plane stabilizes

• Asymmetrical thrust occurs

• The plane refuels

What did the abrasion marks on the right-side reverser indicate?

• A mid-air collision

• A heavy impact with the ground

• A bird strike

• A mechanical failure

When did the right-side reverser deploy according to the investigation?

• In mid-air

• During takeoff

• During the impact sequence

• After landing

What was ruled out as a cause of the crash?

• Pilot error

• Thrust reverser deployment in flight

• Engine failure

• Weather conditions

What is the next step for investigators after ruling out the thrust reverser?

• Interviewing passengers

• Releasing a final report

• Identifying other potential causes

• Concluding the investigation