NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation A-14-113 to FAA Regarding Production Oversight

The National Transportation Safety Board, identified by report number DCA13IA037, has issued safety recommendation A-14-113 to the Federal Aviation Administration. This directive urges the agency to develop or revise its existing procedures to establish more effective oversight of production approval holders and their supply chains. The recommendation specifically highlights the need to include subtier suppliers within this enhanced regulatory framework. The primary objective is to ensure that all entities involved in the manufacturing process strictly adhere to established industry standards. By strengthening these oversight mechanisms, the NTSB aims to improve compliance and safety outcomes across the aviation manufacturing sector.