FAA to Appeal NTSB Decision Regarding Huerta v. Pirker

March 7, 2014
The FAA is appealing the decision of an NTSB Administrative Law Judge to the full National Transportation Safety Board.

WASHINGTON, D.C.--The Federal Aviation Administration today issued a notice appealing a decision by an NTSB Administrative Law Judge in the civil penalty case, Huerta v. Pirker.

“The FAA is appealing the decision of an NTSB Administrative Law Judge to the full National Transportation Safety Board, which has the effect of staying the decision until the Board rules. The agency is concerned that this decision could impact the safe operation of the national airspace system and the safety of people and property on the ground.”

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