NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation to Asiana Airlines Regarding Boeing 777 Autoflight Procedures

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued a formal safety recommendation, designated as A-14-052, addressed directly to Asiana Airlines, Inc. This directive, associated with NTSB case number DCA13MA120, focuses on the reinforcement of pilot training programs within the airline. The core objective of this recommendation is to ensure that flight crews strictly adhere to established standard operating procedures. Specifically, the NSB highlights the critical need for proper inputs to the operation of autoflight system controls located on the Boeing 777 mode control panel. Additionally, the recommendation emphasizes the importance of performing related callouts during these operations. This action underscores the regulatory body's commitment to maintaining high safety standards in commercial aviation by addressing specific procedural adherence issues within pilot training regimens.