A-72-036
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
THE FAA CONTINUE TO EMPHASIZE THE IMPORTANCE OF THE PROVISIONS OF PART 121.445 IN ITS SURVEILLANCE AND INSPECTION OF FLIGHT OPERATIONS UNDER PART 121. SUCH EMPHASIS IS NEEDED TO ASSURE THAT THESE OPERATORS ARE (1) USING THE BEST MEANS AVAILABLE TO ENABLE PILOTS TO QUALIFY UNDER 121.445, AND (2) REQUIRING PILOTS TO SHOW THAT THEY HAVE ACQUIRED THE REQUISITE KNOWLEDGE PRIOR TO COMPLETION OF A FLIGHT RELEASE.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The FAA is asked to keep stressing the importance of Part 121.445 regulations when monitoring and inspecting Part 121 flight operations. This emphasis aims to ensure operators use the best available methods to help pilots qualify under 121.445 and require pilots to demonstrate they have the necessary knowledge before completing a flight release.
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 - Unacceptable Action |
|---|---|
| Mode | Aviation |
| Closed | Jan 12, 1973 |
| NTSB number | DCA71AZ005 |
| Addressees | FAA |
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NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).