The fatal crash of a Rockwell International B-1B bomber in Montana on 19 September was caused by pilot error, says the US Air Force. The B-1B assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing at Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota, had been on a low-level defensive countermeasures and simulated bombing training mission. The accident investigation report concludes that the accident occurred while the aircraft was slowing down and turning sharply.
Source: Flight International
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The January incident at Ellsworth AFB resulted in the destruction of the $450 million bomber and a rare quadruple ejection of the crew, who were attempting to execute an instrument landing during poor weather.
