NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation A-14-119 to FAA Regarding Certification Engineers

In safety recommendation DCA13IA037, designated as A-14-119, the National Transportation Safety Board addressed a directive to the Federal Aviation Administration. The board urged the agency to ensure that its certification engineers receive written guidance and training. This instruction aims to guarantee that assumptions, data sources, and analytical techniques are fully identified and justified in applicants' safety assessments for designs incorporating new technology. Additionally, the recommendation specifies that an appropriate level of conservatism must be included in the analysis or design. This requirement is intended to align with the intent of Advisory Circular 25.1309, specifically referencing the Arsenal draft version of the guidance document.