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An intermittent fault in a Cessna aircraft's autopilot system caused a crash at Leeds East Airport, resulting in the death of a passenger in his 70s and minor injuries to the pilot. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch recommended improved guidance for pilots on autopilot system use.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The autopilot system is an AI system involved in autonomous control of the aircraft. The investigation found an intermittent fault in the autopilot likely caused the crash, which resulted in the death of a passenger. This is a direct harm to a person caused by the malfunction of an AI system, meeting the criteria for an AI Incident. The recommendation for guidance on autopilot systems further supports the AI system's role in the incident.[AI generated]