NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation to FAA Regarding Parasailing Enforcement

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued a formal safety recommendation, designated as A-14-064, addressed directly to the Federal Aviation Administration. This request, identified by NTSB number DCA09SM020, cites authority under 14 United States Code 141 and 49 United States Code 106(m). The core of the recommendation asks the FAA to request assistance from the Coast Guard. The purpose of this cooperation is to enforce existing Federal Aviation Administration regulations that are applicable to parasailing operations. This action highlights a regulatory gap or enforcement challenge in the parasailing sector, prompting the NTSB to seek inter-agency support to ensure compliance with federal safety standards governing these activities.