It was the second 737 Max to crash in a matter of months. The panel, which was named by U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao in April, recommended the FAA mandate Safety Management Systems (SMS) for "design and manufacturing organizations." The special committee said the FAA should propose to the International Civil Aviation Organization "the sharing of operational data internationally to enhance safety." The report also said the FAA needs an "aggressive recruitment campaign to encourage students to pursue careers at the FAA" and should address "concerns about potential undue pressure" on Boeing employees conducting FAA certification tasks. The Justice Department and Transportation Department's Office of Inspector General are both investigating the 737 MAX certification.

Source: Ethiopian News January 16, 2020 12:11 UTC