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National Transportation Safety Board

Federal agency · Founded 1967


Structure and appointment

Independent board of five members appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, serving five-year terms. Not more than three members may be appointed from the same political party.

Source: statute / agency record

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Notes

NTSB. Independent agency. Investigates civil transportation accidents.