Air Force Set to Redeploy Osprey Aircraft After Fatal Crash Review

The fleet will return to counter-terror operations with new safety measures following a grounding due to multiple deadly incidents.

The CV-22B Osprey fleet was grounded after a crash in Japan last November killed eight service members.
Four fatal crashes in the past two years have led to 20 deaths and prompted extensive reviews of the aircraft.
Investigations revealed that mechanical failures, including a critical pinion gear crack, were key factors in the crashes.
About 60% of the Osprey fleet has returned to full flying status, with the remainder expected by early 2025.
New deployment will include flight restrictions, requiring aircraft to stay within 30 minutes of a suitable landing site.