NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation to FAA Regarding San Francisco International Airport Emergency Procedures

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued safety recommendation A-14-051, identified under reference number DCA13MA120. This directive is addressed to the Federal Aviation Administration and mandates that the agency conduct a special inspection of San Francisco International Airport’s emergency procedures manual. The NTSB further instructs the FAA to work closely with the airport authorities to ensure that all obligations under Part 139.325 are met. This recommendation highlights specific regulatory compliance requirements for airport emergency planning.