A-74-025
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
RESCIND THE PROVISION IN 14 CFR 103.3(A) WHICH ALLOWS THE AIRCRAFT OPERATOR TO RELY ON THE SHIPPER'S STATEMENT AS PRIMA FACIE EVIDENCE THAT THE SHIPMENT COMPLIES WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS PART. INSTEAD, REQUIRE THE AIR CARRIER TO INSTITUTE A MONITORING SYSTEM TO ASSURE THAT ALL DANGEROUS ARTICLES SHIPPED BY AIR ARE INSPECTED AGAINST ALL REGULATORY SAFETY CONTROLS WHICH CAN BE VERIFIED AT THE AIR CARRIERS RECEIVING POINT.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The NTSB urges the FAA to stop allowing airlines to accept dangerous goods shipments based solely on the sender's word. Instead, the agency should require carriers to implement a verification process that checks all hazardous air cargo against safety rules at the point of receipt. This change aims to ensure that every shipment is independently confirmed to meet regulatory standards before transport.
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 | Mar 11, 1976 |
| NTSB number | DCA74AZ016 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).