NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation A-16-035 to FAA Regarding Part 135 Operators

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued Safety Recommendation A-16-035, identified under reference number CEN16MA036, addressed directly to the Federal Aviation Administration. This recommendation stipulates that once the actions associated with Safety Recommendation A-16-34 are completed, the FAA must mandate that all operators conducting flights under 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 135 establish a structured flight data monitoring program. The NTSB specifies that this program is required to review all available data sources to identify deviations from established norms and procedures, as well as other potential safety issues. This directive aims to enhance oversight and data-driven safety improvements within the commercial air carrier sector governed by Part 135 regulations.