NTSB Recommends FAA Inspect Corroded Chromium-Plated Passenger Seats

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recommended that the Federal Aviation Administration instruct principal maintenance inspectors to direct air carrier, air taxi, and commercial operators to inspect passenger seats that have been chromium plated subsequent to manufacture for corrosion. The NTSB recommends that operators repair or replace, as necessary, seats that are corroded. The recommendation is based on findings from an investigation into a specific incident. The NTSB is continuing its review of the matter and details may change.