The National Transportation Safety Board has directed the Federal Aviation Administration to collaborate with industry groups on automated pilot alerts for ice protection systems.
Safety recommendation
The National Transportation Safety Board has directed the Federal Aviation Administration to collaborate with industry groups on automated pilot alerts for ice protection systems.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued safety recommendation A-16-012, designated under reference number DCA15MA029. This directive is addressed to the Federal Aviation Administration and calls for collaborative action with the General Aviation Manufacturers Association. The primary objective is to develop a system capable of automatically alerting pilots when ice protection systems should be activated. This requirement specifically targets turbofan airplanes that necessitate a type rating and are certified for single-pilot operations in icing conditions. The recommendation aims to enhance safety protocols for these specific aircraft configurations by ensuring timely activation of critical de-icing equipment.