A-69-012
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
1. THE PROVISIONS OF BOEING SERVICE BULLETIN NO. 2384, WHICH CALLS FOR MODIFICATION OF THE THRUST LEVER ADVANCEMENT FROM 42 DEGREES (OR 33 DEGREES) TO 25 DEGREES TRAVEL, BE REQUIRED BY ISSUANCE OF AN AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE TO ALL OPERATORS OF B-707/720 AIRCRAFT. 2. AIR CARRIER COCKPIT CHECKLISTS BE REVIEWED IN AN EFFORT TO INSURE THAT EACH LIST PROVIDES A MEANS OF REMINDING THE CREW, IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO TAKEOFF, THAT ALL ITEMS CRITICAL FOR SAFE FLIGHT HAVE BEEN ACCOMPLISHED.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The National Transportation Safety Board urged the Federal Aviation Administration to mandate that Boeing 707 and 720 operators modify their thrust lever travel limits. Additionally, the board requested that airlines review their cockpit checklists to ensure they clearly remind pilots to verify all critical safety items before takeoff. These measures aim to prevent accidents caused by improperly set engines or missed pre-flight checks.
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Details
| Status | Closed--No Longer Applicable |
|---|---|
| Mode | Aviation |
| Closed | Jul 15, 1969 |
| NTSB number | DCA69A0008 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).