FINAL REVIEW Q1

The FAA issues certificates for

All of the above

Which agency is responsible for issuing "Type Certificates" for aircraft designs?

FAA

Which agency is responsible for operating the Air Traffic Control system in the U.S.?

FAA

Which agency keeps records which show who owns a particular aircraft?

FAA

NTSB recommendations are binding, and must be followed by the FAA.

FALSE

The NTSB maintains radio aids to navigation, such as VOR and ILS transmitters.

False

The _____ sets standards and makes recommendations that can be used as guidance by its member countries.

ICAO

Which agency administers the Aviation Safety Reporting Program?

NASA

What document does the FAA use to notify the public about a proposed new rule?

NPRM

Which agency is primarily responsible for investigating and determining the "probable cause" of airliner crashes?

NTSB

The DHS includes many government agencies, including the TSA

TRUE

The ICAO is part of the United Nations.

TRUE

The NTSB investigates aviation, railway, and shipping accidents.

TRUE

Which agency is responsible for airport security?

TSA

Which agency maintains the "no-fly list" and the "selectee list"?

TSA

One of NASA's functions is to fund aviation research.

True

Regulations are sometimes issued without waiting for a public comment period.

True

The FAA sometimes grants exemptions to its regulations.

True

The FAA usually provides for public comment before issuing a new rule or a rule change.

True

The FAA is

part of the U.S. Department of Transportation