The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is an independent federal agency mandated by Congress to investigate civil aviation accidents and significant events in other transportation modes such as railroad, transit, highway, marine, pipeline, and commercial space. They determine the probable causes of accidents, issue safety recommendations to prevent future occurrences, conduct transportation safety research studies, and provide assistance to family members and survivors of each incident investigated.
Additionally, the NTSB serves as the appellate authority for enforcement actions involving aviation and mariner certificates issued by the FAA and US Coast Guard, as well as adjudicates appeals of civil penalty actions taken by the FAA. Through their investigative offices, safety recommendations, research reports, and advocacy activities, the NTSB plays a crucial role in enhancing transportation safety and preventing accidents across various modes of transportation in the United States.
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