How many marine investigators does NTSB have and what are their backgrounds?
The Office of Marine Safety currently has eight marine accident investigators; • Two master mariners who have commanded ships in the US Merchant Marine. • One former chief officer on ships in the US Merchant Marine. • Two marine engineers who have been chief engineers on ships in the US Merchant Marine. • A retired naval officer who had experience on US Navy ships in engineering and deck assignments, and experience as a deck officer in ships in the US Merchant Marine. Two former Coast Guard Officers (one retired) who have experience in marine accident investigations and inspection.
