Aviation Accident and Incident Reporting Checklist
This aviation accident and incident reporting checklist ensures compliance with NTSB 49 CFR Part 830 (Notification and Reporting of Aircraft Accidents and Incidents), ICAO Annex 13 aircraft accident investigation standards, ASRS voluntary reporting requirements, and FAA ASAP reporting program requirements. Designed for safety managers and airport personnel to manage the immediate response to aviation accidents.
- Industry: Aviation
- Frequency: Per Event
- Estimated Time: 1-4 hours
- Role: Safety Manager / Airport Director
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: NTSB 49 CFR Part 830 Accident and Incident Reporting, ICAO Annex 13 Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation, FAA AC 150/5200-31 Airport Emergency Plan, FAA ASRS Aviation Safety Reporting System, FAA AC 120-66 Aviation Safety Action Programs (ASAP)
Immediate Response
First actions after aviation accident.
- Emergency services (ARFF, EMS, police) notified immediately?
- NTSB notified immediately per 49 CFR 830.5?
- FAA notified of accident?
- Accident scene secured and access controlled?
- Survivors assisted and transported to medical care?
Scene Preservation
Accident scene preservation per NTSB.
- Aircraft not moved or disturbed pending NTSB authorization?
- FDR and CVR safeguarded from damage or alteration?
- Fuel samples secured from fuel trucks used for that aircraft?
- Witnesses identified and initial statements obtained?
- Photographs of scene taken before anything disturbed?
NTSB Reporting
NTSB notification and report filing.
- NTSB preliminary report filed within 5 days per 830.15?
- NTSB accident report form submitted?
- Operator 10-day report filed per 830.15?
- NTSB investigators granted full access to wreckage and records?
- All relevant records (maintenance, dispatch, ATC) secured?
Internal Safety Investigation
Operator internal investigation.
- Internal investigation team convened?
- Flight crew training, medical, and experience records secured?
- ATC radar and voice recording data requested from FAA?
- Preliminary root cause analysis initiated?
- Immediate safety actions taken if systemic risk identified?
Family and Employee Support
Family notification and support.
- Families of victims notified per airline family assistance requirements?
- Critical incident stress support available for crew and employees?
- Media coordinator designated with approved statements only?
- Legal counsel consulted before any public statements?
- Voluntary ASRS reports filed by involved crew and staff?
Corrective Actions
Safety improvements after investigation.
- Formal corrective action plan developed after investigation?
- Lessons learned distributed to relevant personnel?
- FAA notified of corrective actions taken?
- Corrective actions tracked to closure in safety management system?
- Accident Investigation Notes
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Why Use This Aviation Accident and Incident Reporting Checklist?
This aviation accident and incident reporting checklist helps aviation teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for safety manager / airport director professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: per event.
Ensures compliance with NTSB 49 CFR Part 830 Accident and Incident Reporting, ICAO Annex 13 Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation, FAA AC 150/5200-31 Airport Emergency Plan, FAA ASRS Aviation Safety Reporting System, FAA AC 120-66 Aviation Safety Action Programs (ASAP). Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Aviation Accident and Incident Reporting Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Immediate Response, Scene Preservation, NTSB Reporting, Internal Safety Investigation, Family and Employee Support, Corrective Actions. It is designed for aviation operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per event. Each completion takes approximately 1-4 hours.
Who should use this Aviation Accident and Incident Reporting Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Safety Manager / Airport Director professionals in the aviation industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.