What are the accident investigation provisions in ICAO Annex 13

The sole objective of an ICAO Annex 13 investigation is to generate safety data and information to aid with the prevention of future and similar accidents or incidents. Annex 13 investigations do not concern themselves in any way with the apportioning of blame or liability.

ICAO does not normally participate in aircraft accident investigations, except when the State or States with due authority under Annex 13 - Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation request ICAO assistance directly. In those exceptional circumstances, assistance normally involves ICAO acting as an official observer and/or clarifying various Annex 13 requirements when requested.

Annex 13 outlines how accident investigation participating States are determined, as well as the process leading to the issuance of an accident investigation Preliminary Report (within 30 days of the event) and Final Report (asap or within 12 months of the event) following completion of the investigation. Final Reports ultimately provide as much official information as possible on an accident investigation’s findings, causes, and/or contributing factors, as well as any safety recommendations on how applicable aviation safety frameworks should be amended in the future.

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