A-73-002
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
REQUIRE THAT EACH GALLEY, LAVATORY, LAVATORY WAITING AREA, LOUNGE, AND STANDUP BAR AREA BE SO DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED THAT PERSONS USING THESE AREAS WILL NOT BE LIKELY TO SUFFER SERIOUS INJURY IF TURBULENCE OR EVASIVE MANEUVERS SHOULD BE EXPERIENCED IN FLIGHT. SPECIFICALLY, PARTICULAR ATTENTION SHOULD BE DIRECTED TOWARD THE IMPROVEMENT OF PADDING ON HARD SURFACES AND PROTUBERANCES, THE ELIMINATION OF SHARP EDGES AND CORNERS, AND THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE SECURITY OF ITEMS IN GALLEY AREAS.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The FAA is asked to ensure that passenger amenities like galleys, lavatories, and lounges are built to protect people from serious harm during sudden turbulence or sharp flight maneuvers. This involves making hard surfaces softer, removing sharp edges, and securing loose items in kitchen areas so they do not become dangerous projectiles. The goal is to reduce the risk of injury when the aircraft experiences unexpected movement.
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 Alternate Action |
|---|---|
| Mode | Aviation |
| Closed | Apr 5, 1982 |
| NTSB number | 80539 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).