NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation to Bombardier Regarding DHC-8 Windshield Inspections

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued a formal safety recommendation designated as A-16-006, associated with investigation report ENG15IA024. This directive is addressed specifically to Bombardier, Inc. The core of the recommendation requires the manufacturer to revise the inspection intervals for the windshield on the Bombardier DHC-8 aircraft. The NTSB states that these revisions must provide for more frequent inspections. These updated intervals are intended to ensure that maintenance procedures align strictly with the recommendations provided by the windshield manufacturer. This action highlights a regulatory focus on adhering to original equipment specifications to maintain airworthiness standards.