A-82-085
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
THE NTSB RECOMMENDS THAT THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION: ISSUE A GENERAL NOTICE TO TERMINAL AREA AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL FACILITIES TO EMPHASIZE TO CONTROLLERS THAT THE SEPARATION CRITERIA SET FORTH IN FAA AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL HANDBOOK 7110.65C WHICH REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF 2 MILES SEPARATION DO NOT PERMIT DEVIATION BASED UPON THE ANTICIPATED ACCELERATION DIFFERENCES BETWEEN LANDING AND DEPARTING TRAFFIC.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The NTSB asks the FAA to issue a notice to terminal area air traffic control facilities, reminding controllers that the minimum 2-mile separation requirement in FAA handbook 7110.65C cannot be adjusted based on anticipated acceleration differences between landing and departing aircraft.
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 | Jun 1, 1983 |
| NTSB number | DCA82AA011 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).