The company that operated the flight of the Sikorsky S76B that crashed in late January killing basketball superstar Kobe Bryant and seven others is suing air traffic controllers. The suit alleges that controllers’ handling of the flight, specifically turning down the pilot’s request for flight following, caused increased stress and workload, which resulted in the crash. What are your thoughts on the subject?
Plane & Pilot Survey: Is ATC To Blame In Kobe Crash?
Key Takeaways:
- The helicopter company involved in the fatal January crash that killed Kobe Bryant and seven others is suing air traffic controllers.
- The lawsuit claims that controllers' refusal of the pilot's request for flight following led to increased stress and workload, causing the crash.
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