HQ Function

Serves as the central administrative and operational hub for investigations, research, safety recommendations, board meetings, and public affairs.

Notable Features:

The headquarters facilitates board meetings open to the public, press conferences on major investigations, and houses the primary administrative staff. The NTSB Training Center in Ashburn, VA, features advanced labs and reconstruction facilities.

Work Culture:

Highly professional, mission-driven, and technically focused. Emphasizes meticulous investigation, independence, objectivity, and a strong commitment to improving transportation safety for the public.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters is the command center for coordinating national transportation accident investigations and formulating safety recommendations that shape transportation policy and practices in the U.S. and often influence international standards.

Values Reflected in HQ: Independence, integrity, safety, transparency, technical excellence, and public service are core values reflected in its operations and the design of its public-facing functions.

Location:

While the NTSB's primary jurisdiction is the United States, its influence is global. The NTSB often participates in investigations abroad when U.S. manufactured aircraft or components are involved, or when U.S. citizens are significantly affected. They also provide technical assistance to foreign investigation authorities upon request and collaborate with international organizations like ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) to promote global transportation safety standards. The NTSB Training Center also hosts international participants.

Street Address:

490 L'Enfant Plaza SW

City:

Washington

State/Province:

D.C.

Country:

USA