NTSB Issues Safety Recommendation to American Airlines Regarding Engine Fire Procedures

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued a safety recommendation, designated as A-18-011, directly to American Airlines. This directive, associated with investigation number DCA17FA021, urges the airline to conduct a comprehensive review of its existing engine fire checklists for all airplanes it operates. The primary objective of this review is to ensure that the procedures are modified as necessary to expeditiously address engine fires occurring on the ground. The NSB emphasizes that these updates must be implemented without unnecessarily delaying an evacuation, thereby prioritizing both rapid response and passenger safety during such critical incidents.