A-00-110
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
TO THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION: Convene a multidisciplinary panel of aeromedical and operational specialists to study and submit a report on whether mandatory hypoxia awareness training, such as altitude chamber training, for civilian pilots would benefit safety. The report should consider alternatives to altitude chamber training, clearly identify which pilots and/or flight operations would benefit most from such training, and determine the scope and periodicity of this training. If warranted, establish training requirements based on the findings of this panel.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The Federal Aviation Administration is asked to assemble a panel of aeromedical and operational experts to study whether mandatory hypoxia awareness training, such as altitude chamber training, for civilian pilots would improve safety. The panel should also consider alternatives to chamber training, specify which pilots or flight operations would benefit most, and determine the training's scope and frequency. If the findings support it, the FAA should establish training requirements based on the panel's report.
This plain-language summary is written by FlightFinder to explain the recommendation above. It is not the official wording — the verbatim NTSB text is quoted above.
Details
| Status | Closed - Acceptable Action |
|---|---|
| Mode | Aviation |
| Closed | May 14, 2013 |
| NTSB number | DCA00MA005 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).