A-83-049
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
THE NTSB RECOMMENDS THAT THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION: ISSUE A MAINTENANCE ALERT BULLETIN TO REQUIRE PRINCIPAL MAINTENANCE INSPECTORS TO ASSURE THAT AIRLINES HAVE AN ACCEPTABLE PROGRAM (1) FOR THE FREQUENT REMOVAL OF WASTE FROM ALL AREAS OF THE LAVATORY WITH PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THOSE ENCLOSED AREAS IN AND AROUND THE WASTE RECEPTACLES, AND (2) WHICH GIVES SUFFICIENT EMPHASIS TO AREAS SUSCEPTIBLE TO THE ACCUMULATION OF FLUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF WIRE HARNESSES AND OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS WHICH CAN CAUSE CORROSION. (URGENT)
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The NTSB asks the FAA to issue a maintenance alert bulletin requiring principal maintenance inspectors to ensure airlines have programs for frequent removal of waste from lavatory areas, focusing on enclosed waste receptacles, and adequate attention to areas where fluid accumulation near wire harnesses and electrical components may cause corrosion.
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 | Jun 12, 1984 |
| NTSB number | DCA83AA028 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).