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Office of Administrative Law Judges

Functions
Under 49 U.S.C. section 1133, the NTSB's administrative law judges conduct formal hearings and issue initial decisions on appeals from all FAA certificate actions and civil penalty actions involving pilots, engineers, mechanics, and repairmen. Also covered are petitions for certification that have been denied by the FAA. For further information, call the Office of Administrative Law Judges at 1-800-854-8758.

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Airman Appeal Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

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NTSB Case Decisions (Previously known as Opinions & Orders)

Legal Matters
Descriptions of the appeals processes, medical case considerations, regulations, and opinions and orders

Forms
Notice of Appeal (NTSB Form 2005.2)
Notice of Emergency Appeal (NTSB Form 2005.3)
Answer to Complaint [FAA's Order] (NTSB Form 2005.1)
Petition for Review Form (NTSB Form 2008.4)


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