📘NTSB §830.15 – Reports and Statements to Be Filed

🚩 Overview

After aviation accidents or serious incidents, specific reports and statements must be formally submitted to the NTSB, beyond the initial immediate notification, to support detailed investigations.

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✅ Key Reporting Requirements

📄 1. Accident Reporting

• Submit a formal written accident report (NTSB Form 6120.1) within 10 days after an accident occurs, or within 7 days if an overdue aircraft is still missing.

📑 2. Incident Reporting

• For incidents specifically requested by the NTSB, a formal written report must be submitted within the timeframe provided by the NTSB.

🗃️ 3. Additional Statements

• The NTSB may request additional statements or testimony from pilots, operators, witnesses, or other relevant individuals.

• Cooperate fully and truthfully with the investigation, providing clear and accurate information.

🚨 4. Consequences of Non-Compliance

• Failure to comply with reporting requirements or providing false information can result in serious penalties, including enforcement actions and certificate suspension or revocation.

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🛩️ Example Scenario

After experiencing an accident involving substantial damage to your aircraft, you initially notify the NTSB immediately. Within 10 days, you must then formally complete and submit the NTSB Form 6120.1 accident report, fully detailing the circumstances and providing all required information.

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📌 CFI Pro Tips

• Reporting Responsibility: Teach your students clearly about their formal reporting responsibilities to the NTSB following accidents or certain incidents.

• Documentation Training: Familiarize students with the NTSB Form 6120.1, helping them understand the level of detail required and emphasizing accuracy.

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📚 Further Reading and Official References

• NTSB §830.15 (Full Regulation): https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-VIII/part-830/section-830.15

• NTSB Accident Report Form (NTSB Form 6120.1): https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/process/Documents/NTSB%20Form%206120.1.pdf

• NTSB Investigation and Reporting Procedures: https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/process/Pages/default.aspx