Originally Posted by
safetypee
The NTSB should be sufficiently independent to look at the FAA and delegated regulatory process, minimising any of criticism of an internal coverup.
An investigation would be in everyone’s interest worldwide. Without understanding where the design and certification process failed the confidence in aviation safety remains open to question, particularly for Boeing and all their aircraft types.
A separate investigation might also enhance the need for other regulators to review the integrity of their certification processes, and consider the effectiveness of the oversight of joint international approvals.
“Trust, but verify.”
NTSB published a scathing report on 787 battery certification process. FAA brushed aside. Same can happen here.
I am guessing the augmentation word is be the key. This is just for a smooth flight, not a critical component, 2.5 degrees stabilizer trim is not going to kill anyone. No big deal, Stamped and signed. Yours Truly.