NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation to Air Methods Corporation Regarding Portable Electronic Devices

The National Transportation Safety Board, identified by reference number CEN11FA599, has issued safety recommendation A-13-014 to Air Methods Corporation. This directive urges the organization to expand its internal policy concerning portable electronic devices. Specifically, the board recommends that the company prohibit the nonoperational use of these devices during safety-critical ground activities. These activities include flight planning and preflight inspections. The recommendation also extends to prohibiting such nonoperational use while the aircraft is in flight. This measure aims to ensure that personnel remain focused on essential tasks without distraction from personal electronic equipment during high-risk phases of operation.