The Aircraft Accident Investigation Office (AAIO) is an independent entity under the President of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in Kuwait. While the DGCA oversees civil aviation activities, the AAIO operates separately and is responsible for the investigation of aircraft accidents and incidents, ensuring independence from aviation safety regulatory functions.
The Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation Office is a part of the DGCA and its established as per decree No. (37) of year 1960 concerning aircraft accidents regulation in Kuwait the office is responsible for investigating any aviation accidents or incidents that occur within the state of Kuwait
The purpose of this office is to improve aviation safety by determining the causes of accidents and serious incidents and making recommendations to prevent recurrence.
This office follows international standards for aviation safety and is in charge of compiling and managing data on accidents and incidents, conducting investigations, and providing reports with findings and safety recommendations. It's important to note that the objective of these investigations is not to apportion blame or liability but to prevent future accidents or incidents.
