Air Force aviation accidents reach seven-year high as low-level mishaps soar

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Air Force aviation accidents reach seven-year high as low-level mishaps soar
By: Stephen Losey   17 hours ago

The Air Force’s overall aviation mishap rate has hit a seven-year high, fueled by a growing number of non-fatal “Class C” mishaps, which experts say is an ominous warning sign.

While the major mishaps that result in deaths and cost millions in damages, known as “Class A” mishaps, are ticking downward for the Air Force, the fleet is reporting a rise in the less-severe accidents that cause more modest damage and injuries.

https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-air-force/2018/04/08/air-force-aviation-accidents-reach-seven-year-high-as-low-level-mishaps-soar/