"The mark of an effective safety system is the ability
to constantly improve and adapt. These steps will help make
inspectors and managers more accountable, keep airlines focused on
safety and minimize disruptions for travelers."
Source: US Secretary of Transportation Mary E.
Peters. Faced with mounting criticism of FAA inspection policies,
on Friday Peters announced a series of measures intended to improve
the agency's safety inspection program, and minimize travel
disruptions caused when airlines abruptly ground aircraft. Peters
also tasked a newly created independent review team with crafting
recommendations to improve the current aviation safety system.
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