NTSB Recommends Defense Department Safety Program for Military Pilots Using Training Routes

The National Transportation Safety Board has issued a formal recommendation directed at the Department of Defense. The board advises that the department develop and implement a comprehensive safety awareness program. This program is intended for all military pilots who utilize military training routes. The recommendation emphasizes the critical importance of reviewing and adhering to the special operating procedures associated with these routes. The goal is to ensure that personnel are fully informed about the specific protocols required for safe operations within these designated airspace areas.