Final answer:
The statement " All aviation accidents require immediate notification to the FAA" is A. True.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question posed is whether all aviation accidents require immediate notification to the FAA. In general, this statement is A. true.
Under U.S. Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 830, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) mandates that certain aircraft incidents and accidents must be promptly reported to the nearest NTSB field office. This regulation applies to civil aircraft (not military) within the United States as well as certain public aircraft except for those operated by the Armed Forces or Intelligence Agencies.
Some situations that require immediate notification include accidents where persons suffer death or serious injury, or in which an aircraft receives substantial damage. Additionally, specific incidents such as flight control system malfunctions, in-flight fire, or mid-air collisions must also be reported immediately.
It's important to note that while immediate may imply as soon as possible, the regulation specifies a timeframe within which the report should be made, typically within 10 days for an accident unless the operator provides a reasonable explanation for the delay.