The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is calling for improved communications between flight and cabin crews during emergency situations in the wake of an emergency evacuation in which a passenger was seriously injured after exiting the airplane via an overwing exit while the jet engine on that side was still operating.
In its final report on the Oct. 28, 2016, uncontained engine failure and fire involving American Airlines Flight 383, which was operated with a Boeing 767-300ER, NTSB also cited a need for improved flight attendant training regarding assessing exits for evacuations and using interphone systems during emergencies, as well as for research into the effects of passengers evacuating with carry-on baggage.
