NTSB CALLS FOR NEW LATCHES ON BK 117 COWLING DOORS

Following a series of incidents and accidents involving in-flight opening of the cowling access doors on BK 117 helicopters, the National Transportation Safety Board recommended that FAA require the installation of different design latches on the doors. The board's action was triggered by an Aug. 28...

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