A-75-084
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
REQUIRE AIR CARRIERS TO COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF 14 CFR 121.417(C) (4) BY THE USE OF ACCURATE AND REALISTIC EQUIPMENT AND PROCEDURES WHICH ACCURATELY SIMULATE EMERGENCY CONDITIONS, INCLUDING THE FORCES INVOLVED IN OPENING EXITS IN THE EMERGENCY MODE; AND REQUIRE THAT DURING EACH FLIGHT ATTENDANT'S INITIAL AND RECURRENT TRAINING HE OPERATE EMERGENCY EXITS WHICH DUPLICATE THE FORCES ENCOUNTERED AND ACTIONS NECESSARY WHEN SUCH EXITS ARE OPENED IN THE EMERGENCY MODE.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
This recommendation urges the FAA to ensure airlines use realistic training tools that accurately mimic the physical effort required to open emergency exits during an actual crisis. It specifically calls for flight attendants to practice operating these exits during both initial and ongoing training so they experience the same resistance and actions they would face in a real emergency. The goal is to prepare crew members effectively for the physical demands of evacuating passengers under stress.
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 | Nov 22, 1983 |
| NTSB number | DEN75AD050 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).