A-89-043
NTSB Safety Recommendation — Aviation
Recommendation text
THE NTSB RECOMMENDS THAT THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION: CONDUCT A SYSTEM SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY REVIEW OF THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA BASIN AREA AND THE FACILITIES THAT PROVIDE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES IN THIS HIGH TRAFFIC DENSITY AREA. THE REVIEW SHOULD FOCUS ON THE ADEQUACY OF REGIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM PLANS--CONTROL FACILITIES; EQUIPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY; AIRWAYS AND AIRSPACE DESIGN; CONTROLLER STAFFING AND TRAINING ; AND OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES--TO ACCOMODATE THE CURRENT AND FORECAST INCREASE IN AIR TRAFFIC.
In plain language (FlightFinder summary)
The FAA is asked to conduct a system safety and efficiency review of the Southern California Basin area and its air traffic control facilities. The review should examine regional airspace system plans, including control facilities, equipment, airspace design, controller staffing and training, and operational procedures, to ensure they can handle current and projected increases in air traffic.
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 | Aug 21, 1991 |
| NTSB number | LAX89FA111 |
| Addressees | FAA |
External links
NTSB safety recommendations are advisory; addressees are not legally required to adopt them. Source: NTSB CAROL (public domain).