NTSB Video: Ballistic Parachute Accident Site Hazards

Originally published at: https://avweb.com/flight-safety/accidents-ntsb/ntsb-video-ballistic-parachute-safety/

The agency is advising first responders to contact the NTSB before attempting to disable undeployed systems.

The fire brigade set off a BRS on an ultralight at our airport that had a hard landing. The pilot was fine, the site was secured. Then they discharged to BRS to make it “safe” and ignited the spilled gasoline. The plane became a total loss due to their actions.

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