A-82-119
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
THE NTSB RECOMMENDS THAT THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION: REQUIRE THAT ACCIDENT PREVENTION SPECIALISTS REVIEW WITH PILOTS THE CRITICAL NATURE THAT EXTENDED OPERATION AT HIGH ANGLES OF ATTACK IN ICING CONDITONS CAN HAVE ON THE ACCRETION OF ICE AND AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE WITH SPECIAL EMPHASIS ON THE NEED FOR STRICT ADHERENCE TO PRESCRIBED OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES AND ON THE PROPER PROCEDURES FOR USE OF DEICING EQUIPMENT.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The Federal Aviation Administration is asked to require Accident Prevention Specialists to educate pilots on the serious risks of prolonged flight at high angles of attack in icing conditions, emphasizing strict compliance with operational procedures and correct use of deicing equipment.
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 | Feb 2, 1983 |
| NTSB number | DEN80AA029 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).