It is the NTSB's goal to include all contributing factors in their investigations. Remember that the NTSB does not assign liability or make regulations, it simp

It is the NTSB's goal to include all contributing factors in their investigations. Remember that the NTSB does not assign liability or make regulations, it simply serves in an advisory role. Their reports are as thorough as possible in identifying contributing factors so that safety recommendations can be made that address as many factors as possible.