Congress launches investigation into Osprey program
A congressional oversight committee has launched an investigation into the V-22 Osprey program after the crash in Japan that killed eight service members.
Stay updated with breaking news from Osprey Joint Program. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
A congressional oversight committee has launched an investigation into the V-22 Osprey program after the crash in Japan that killed eight service members.
The government of Japan, the only international partner flying the Osprey, has also grounded its aircraft after the Nov. 29 crash.
The entire Osprey fleet remains grounded following the Nov. 29 crash with the exception of limited Marine Corps flights in emergencies.
The entire Osprey fleet remains grounded following the Nov. 29 crash with the exception of limited Marine Corps flights in emergencies. More than 50 US service members have died in Osprey crashes over the lifespan of the program, and 20 of those died in four crashes over the last 20 months.
The government of Japan, the only international partner flying the Osprey, has also grounded its aircraft after the Nov. 29 crash.