Safety Alert Issued For On Scene Hazards At Crash Sites

The National Transportation Safety Board has issued a safety alert warning first responders about the hazards posed by ballistic parachute recovery systems at crash sites. The systems, designed to help airplanes descend gradually during emergencies, can pose a risk if the rocket that deploys the parachute does not fire before or during impact. The NTSB urges responders to identify and notify the agency immediately if they encounter such a system, and to exercise caution when approaching the wreckage. The safety alert was issued by the NTSB, as reported by AeroTime.