FAA Can Better Manage the Aircraft It Uses To Keep Pilots Current and Provide Transportation

Gao ID: PLRD-83-52 April 1, 1983

In response to a congressional request, GAO reviewed federal civilian agencies' aircraft operations to determine whether they are being managed efficiently and economically. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) conducts aircraft flight programs to keep pilots current.

GAO found that more effective management of FAA programs is needed because: (1) most pilots do not acquire the minimum flight hours to remain current; (2) most passenger transportation flights could have been made at lower cost on commercial airlines; (3) nonofficial passengers have routinely traveled at government expense; and (4) more aircraft acquisition is planned without adequate justification or consideration of less costly alternatives.

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