FAA Aviation News: A DOT/FAA Flight Standards Safety Publication

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Flight Standards' Accident Prevention Program Branch, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, 2000

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Page 13 - If the crewmember is incapacitated, he shall submit the statement as soon as he is physically able. (c) Where to file the reports. The operator of an aircraft shall file, with the field office of the National Transportation Safety Board nearest the accident or incident, any report required by this section.
Page 12 - Engine failure, damage limited to an engine, bent fairings or cowling, dented skin, small punctured holes in the skin or fabric, ground damage to rotor or propeller blades, damage to landing gear, wheels, tires, flaps, engine accessories, brakes, or wingtips are not considered "substantial damage...
Page 39 - Fats, Oils, & Sweets Use Sparingly Milk, Yogurt, & Cheese Group 2-3 Servings Vegetable Group 3-5 Servings...
Page 13 - ... to the extent necessary : (1) To remove persons injured or trapped ; (2) To protect the wreckage from further damage, or (3) To protect the public from injury. (c) Where it is necessary to disturb or move aircraft wreckage, mail or cargo...
Page 12 - Operator" means any person who causes or authorizes the operation of an aircraft, such as the owner, lessee, or bailee of an aircraft. "Serious Injury" means any injury which (1) requires hospitalization for more than 48 hours, commencing within 7 days from the date the injury was received: (2) Results in a fracture of any bone (except simple fractures of fingers, toes, or nose) ; (3...
Page 11 - Aircraft accident" means an occurrence associated with the operation of an aircraft which takes place between the time any person boards the aircraft with the intention of flight until such time as all such persons have disembarked...
Page 12 - ... means damage or structural failure which adversely affects the structural strength, performance, or flight characteristics of the aircraft, and which would normally require major repair or replacement of the affected component.
Page 13 - The operator of an aircraft involved in an accident or incident for which notification must be given is responsible for preserving to the extent possible any aircraft wreckage, cargo, and mail aboard the aircraft, and all records, including...
Page 13 - within 10 days after an accident, or after 7 days if an overdue aircraft is still missing. A report on an incident for which notification is required by § 830.5(a) shall be filed only as requested by an authorized representative of the Board.

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