A-69-034
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
1. ALL MANEUVERS REQUIRING SIMULATED ENGINE(S)-OUT OPERATION OF AIRCRAFT CLOSE TO THE GROUND BE CONDUCTED IN SIMULATOR TRAINING DEVICES WHERE POSSIBLE. 2. THE ADMINISTRATOR ESTABLISH A MINIMUM ALTITUDE ABOVE THE TERRAIN FOR THOSE SIMULATED ENGINE(S)-OUT MANEUVERS THAT MUST BE PERFORMED IN FLIGHT. 3. CREWMEMBERS NOT DIRECTLY INVOLVED IN THE TRAINING OPERATION BE PROHIBITED FROM THE FLIGHT DECK ON ALL PROFICIENCY FLIGHT CHECKS.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The FAA should prioritize using flight simulators for training maneuvers that involve pretending an engine has failed while flying near the ground. If such practice must occur in actual aircraft, the agency needs to set a safe minimum height above the ground to prevent accidents. Additionally, people who are not part of the active training exercise should be banned from the cockpit during proficiency checks to reduce distractions. These steps aim to minimize risks associated with practicing emergency procedures at low altitudes.
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 | Jul 30, 1970 |
| NTSB number | DCA70A0002 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).