• The Marine Corps and Air Force have experienced more serious accidents involving the V-22 Osprey in recent years.
• 18 serious accidents occurred in fiscal years 2023 and 2024.
• Rates of serious accidents were 36-88% higher than the prior 8 fiscal years.
• The GAO report attributes the higher accident rates to the V-22's complex and expensive components.

This report may indicate a need for the Pentagon to reassess its approach to addressing safety risks in the Osprey program. The GAO's recommendations suggest that the Defense Department has not done enough to ensure the plane's safety and airworthiness, which could have implications for the program's long-term viability. The report's findings may also raise concerns about the Pentagon's ability to effectively manage safety risks in complex programs.