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OTSB is an independent aviation and marine accidents and serious incidents investigation entity under the direct supervision of the Minister of Transport, Communications & Information Technology (MTCIT). OTSB was established under Royal Decree No. (76/2019) and Royal Decree No. (19/2023). OTSB is financially, administratively and operationally independent from the Regulator Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Directorate General of Maritime Affairs (DGMA). The OTSB extensively cooperates with the Regulator and the industry on issues relating to aviation & marine safety and promoting its awareness. It also cooperates with International Agencies and other States' investigation authorities under the agreements and Memorandums of Understandings to which the Sultanate of Oman is a signatory to, in the interest of improving Aviation & Marine safety.

Mission: The mission of the OTSB is to promote aviation and maritime safety through the conduct of independent and objective investigations into Aviation and Marine accidents and incidents in accordance with International Standards & Recommended Practices. 

Objective: The sole objective of OTSB's investigation of an accident or serious incident shall be the prevention of accidents and incidents by issuing safety recommendations to prevent and reduce future occurrences and following up with the recommendations.  It is not the purpose of this activity to apportion blame or liability in compliance to ICAO Annex 13 and IMO MSC 255 (84). The purpose of Investigations is to find the root causes and\or the contributing factors of the accident.

Air Accident Investigation 
  
 OTSB@mtcit.gov.om
Air Accident/Incident Reporting Form


  Marine Accident Investigation

  OTSB2@mtcit.gov.om  
Marine Accident/Incident Reporting Form
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Date Published: 27 May 2025

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Date Published: 12 June 2024

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The Maritime Law

Published Date: 30 March 2023

Regulations

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Marine Accidents investigation regulation (2020/75)

Date Issued: 04 October 2020

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Civil Aviation Regulation (CAR 13) for Aircraft Accident & Incident Investigation & Reporting Procedures 2024

Date Issued: 01 October 2024

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MTCIT 2025 Execution Plan

Event Date: 2025-01-23

Time: 9:00

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More than 200 Experts Gather in Muscat for Air Accident Victims Conference

Event Date: 2025-08-25

Time: 10:00

Annual Report

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Findings and Violations Report

Year: 2023

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The Security of Ships and Port Facilities

Year: 2024

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Enhancing Transport Safety Through Data-Driven Investigations and Preventive Strategies

Year: 2024

Reports

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Boeing 737‑800 MAX (Reg. A4O‑ML), operated by Oman Air (Flight WY 815)

Year: 2025

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Runway incursion occurred at Muscat International Airport

Year: 2025

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TCAS RA Serious Incident Between VYU122 and QTR6Y

Year: 2025

Common FAQ

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The office is responsible for setting safety policies and standards in the transport sector and overseeing their implementation to ensure the safety of individuals and property.


You can apply through the Ministry of Transport’s electronic portal or service centers, by submitting the required documents such as vehicle ownership and insurance.


You must immediately notify the competent authorities, then fill out an official report form through the Ministry’s platform, where the case will be investigated, and corrective measures taken.


Yes, the office publishes manuals and guidelines regularly, in addition to awareness campaigns through media channels and social media platforms.

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