NTSB Logs Airbus A350 Incident Near Antofagasta, Chile

Washington, D.C. — Federal aviation investigators logged an incident involving an Airbus A350-900 registered N513DZ near Antofagasta, Chile, on March 31, according to preliminary NTSB data. The Delta Air Lines aircraft was involved in an occurrence classified with no reported injuries or structural damage.

The severity rating of "none" indicates the event did not impact passenger safety or result in significant aircraft impairment. The National Transportation Safety Board routinely logs all reportable events, though minor administrative or technical occurrences often receive limited public attention.

N513DZ is part of Delta's Airbus A350-900 fleet, primarily used for long-haul international routes. While major accidents involving the A350 are rare, minor occurrences such as technical diversions or ground incidents are tracked to maintain safety oversight standards. The NTSB may release additional details if warranted by the investigation.