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House Oversight Committee Investigates Safety Of V-22 Osprey

A U.S. Marine Corps Osprey aircraft taxies behind an Osprey carrying members of the White House press corps at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., April 24, 2021. Over the last two years, four Osprey

A House Oversight Committee panel is currently investigating the safety and oversight of the V-22 Osprey aircraft following a series of fatal crashes. The committee has expressed concerns over the lack of critical data and accident reports that were requested several months ago.

The V-22 Osprey, known for its unique ability to fly long distances fast like an airplane and land like a helicopter, has a history of safety, maintenance, and reliability issues spanning decades. Since 1992, there have been 12 Osprey accidents resulting in the tragic deaths of 62 service members and civilians.

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