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FAA Oversight and Direct Surveillance

This article highlights the importance of FAA oversight and direct surveillance in ensuring the safety of parachute jump operators. It discusses the recommendations made by the Safety Board in 1994 and the persisting operator deficiencies. The article also emphasizes the significance of aircraft maintenance and pilot training in accident prevention.

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FAA Oversight and Direct Surveillance

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  1. FAA Oversight and Direct Surveillance

  2. Surveillance • Operator surveillance is part of FAA oversight • In 1994, Safety Board recommended that FAA increase surveillance of parachute jump operators • FAA directed inspectors to perform increased ramp inspections • Safety Board closed recommendation

  3. Surveillance • Surveillance is not mandatory • Operator deficiencies persist • Aircraft maintenance discrepancies • Pilot inattention to weight and balance limitations • Surveillance not effective

  4. Overview: Safety Issues • Aircraft Maintenance • Pilot training and proficiency • FAA Oversight and Direct Surveillance • Most of the accidents easily preventable

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