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NTSB Urges FAA to Update Runway Condition Reporting

June 11, 2026

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Key Takeaways

NTSB urges FAA to update runway condition reporting protocols.
Changes aim to include more categories for heavy rain.
Recommendations based on 11 investigations.
FAA's RCAM codes may be updated.

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Strategic Implications

The NTSB's recommendations may indicate a need for more nuanced runway condition assessments, which could enhance safety during heavy rain events. The proposed updates to the RCAM codes suggest a focus on improving safety protocols, which may benefit the aviation industry as a whole.

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What Happened

Safety Board Recommends Changes After Heavy Rain Investigations

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is urging the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to expand its runway condition reporting protocols to include more categories for heavy rain. The recommendations are based on lessons learned from 11 investigations, and the NTSB suggests updating the FAA’s runway condition assessment matrix (RCAM) codes to add additional categories. The proposed changes aim to improve safety during heavy rain events. This development was first reported by Aviation Week.

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