AFJROTC Commercial and General Aviation Take Off Practice Exam

What act mandated that airliners must have flight data recorders?

1. Air Travel Safety Act

2. Airways Modernization Act

3. Federal Aviation Act

4. Aviation Safety Regulation Act

The correct answer is: Airways Modernization Act

The correct response relates to legislation aimed at enhancing aviation safety by implementing specific requirements for the commercial aviation sector, particularly the requirement for flight data recorders (FDRs). The Airways Modernization Act is known for its focus on improving safety and operational standards in aviation, including the integration of advanced technology and equipment on airlines to better track flight performance and safety data. Flight data recorders play a critical role in investigating accidents and incidents in aviation by capturing crucial data about flight parameters, which assists in understanding what occurred during flights. This legislation reflects a regulatory approach to minimizing risks and enhancing overall travel safety. The other options, while potentially relevant to discussions about aviation legislation, do not specifically mandate the use of flight data recorders in airliners. Thus, the choice that aligns directly with the requirement for airliners to have FDRs is linked to the scope of the Airways Modernization Act.