A-16-030
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
TO THE BOEING COMPANY: Collaborate with the Federal Aviation Administration and US operators of MD-80 series airplanes to (1) conduct a study to examine reverse thrust engine pressure ratio (EPR)-related operational data, procedures, and training and (2) identify industry-wide best practices that have been shown to be effective in reliably preventing EPR exceedances to mitigate the risks associated with rudder blanking.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
Boeing is asked to work with the FAA and US airlines operating MD-80 series planes to study reverse thrust engine pressure ratio (EPR) data, procedures, and training, and to identify proven best practices for preventing EPR exceedances. The goal is to reduce the risks of rudder blanking.
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 | Dec 28, 2021 |
| NTSB number | DCA15FA085 |
| Addressees | Boeing Company |
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NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).