U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) NTSB Practice Questions

What is the primary purpose of the NTSB?

• AA. To manage transportation funding
• BB. To regulate transportation
• CC. To provide training
• DD. To conduct investigations

In which year was the NTSB established?

• AA. 1970
• BB. 1980
• CC. 1967
• DD. 1995

Which type of incidents does the NTSB investigate?

• AA. All transportation accidents
• BB. Industrial accidents
• CC. Maritime incidents
• DD. Only aviation accidents

How many members are on the NTSB Board?

• AA. 9
• BB. 5
• CC. 3
• DD. 7

What is one of the NTSB's most important functions?

• AA. Running public transportation
• BB. Enforcing traffic laws
• CC. Investigating accidents
• DD. Certifying pilots

What is the primary mission of the NTSB?

• AA. To regulate transportation systems
• BB. To improve transportation safety
• CC. To oversee transportation budgets
• DD. To operate public transport

Which of the following is NOT a mode of transportation that the NTSB investigates?

• AA. Aviation
• BB. Marine
• CC. Commercial shipping
• DD. Highway

What is the NTSB's role in a railroad accident investigation?

• AA. To enforce safety laws
• BB. To operate the train
• CC. To conduct an independent investigation
• DD. To determine regulatory violations

Which document outlines the NTSB's findings and recommendations after an investigation?

• AA. Regulatory guide
• BB. Safety report
• CC. Accident summary
• DD. Investigation report