NTSB
Is a BOARD. FAA is an AUTHORITY. The NTSB has forced FAA's hand. This isn't "me too", this is: "get busy". I think FAA determination will follow. Since the First mitigation didn't work (the "non-normal" one) there is great risk in merely "guessing" at a replacement, and NTSB has said it isn't acceptable anyway. The FAA diverges at great risk. The affected A/C I think will soon be parked. The NTSB's Move will temper the flack the grounding will engender, but those who complain will be criticized roundly. As I see it, it is appropriate for the Investigative Body (NTSB) to make findings of fact, then pass their work along to the rule making authority to direct a response by rule making. (FAA'S) job.
AF
Last edited by airfoilmod; 12th March 2009 at 02:08.
Reason: Add Process