NTSB Issues Recommendation A-18-003 to FAA on Nickel Alloy Inspection Technologies

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued safety recommendation A-18-003, identified by reference number DCA17FA021, addressed directly to the Federal Aviation Administration. This directive calls on the FAA to establish and lead an industry group tasked with evaluating current and enhanced inspection technologies. The primary objective of this group is to assess the appropriateness and effectiveness of these technologies for applications utilizing nickel alloys. Following this evaluation, the NSB expects the results to be used to issue specific guidance pertaining to the inspection process for nickel alloy rotating engine components. This recommendation aims to ensure that inspection protocols are robust and suitable for the materials involved in aviation operations.