A Fact Sheet released recently by the FAA lists several National Transportation Safety Board safety recommendations, followed by the FAA actions being taken or considered. Of note is the record showing that NTSB and FAA “agree on a course of action about 80 percent of the time.”
FAA Responds to NTSB’s “Most Wanted” Safety Recommendations
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA and NTSB agree on approximately 80% of safety recommendations, but notable differences exist on key issues.
- The FAA is not currently considering mandatory crash-resistant flight recorders for certain turbine-powered aircraft, despite NTSB recommendations, opting instead to poll operators for voluntary data monitoring.
- While the NTSB recommends mandatory Safety Management Systems (SMS) for Part 135 operators, the FAA currently offers a voluntary program and is reviewing the feasibility of a mandate.
- The FAA is actively implementing NTSB recommendations to address fatigue limits for flight crews and mechanics, enhance human factors training for maintenance, and improve air tour safety in regions like Hawaii and Alaska.
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