AI Crashes Lack the Independent, Mandatory Investigations Plane Crashes Get
peterwildeford · x · 2026-09-01
Peter Wildeford of AI Policy Network argues that airplane crashes trigger government-led investigations with full subpoena power and legally preserved wreckage, ensuring independence. When AI fails, none of that exists — AI companies themselves decide whether an investigation happens, its scope, and what investigators can access. He believes AI accidents deserve the same scrutiny as aviation disasters.
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