NTSB Recommends FAA Require Review of Test Plans and Flight Manuals Before Phase II Operations
The National Transportation Safety Board has issued a safety recommendation urging the Federal Aviation Administration to mandate the review and acceptance of completed test plan documents and aircraft flight manuals prior to issuing Phase II operating limitations.
Safety recommendation
The National Transportation Safety Board has issued a safety recommendation urging the Federal Aviation Administration to mandate the review and acceptance of completed test plan documents and aircraft flight manuals prior to issuing Phase II operating limitations.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released Safety Recommendation A-12-032, identified as DCA12SS005. This recommendation is directed specifically to the Federal Aviation Administration. The NTSB urges the agency to revise Federal Aviation Administration Order 8130.2G and any related guidance or regulations. The proposed changes would require a formal review and acceptance of completed test plan documents. Additionally, the aircraft flight manual or its equivalent must be reviewed. This documentation is critical as it establishes the aircraft’s performance data and operating envelope. It also details the necessary emergency procedures. These reviews must occur prior to the issuance of Phase II operating limitations. The goal is to ensure that all performance and safety data are verified before operations proceed to this phase.