When must you submit an Incident Report?

• A. 12 hours
• B. 24 hours
• C. 48 hours
• D. 72 hours

Answer: (B)

Timely reporting of incidents is required to trigger safety actions and data collection, so the rule sets a 24-hour window for submitting an Incident Report. In Part 135 operations, you must submit the Incident Report within 24 hours after the incident occurs (to the operator and, when required, to the FAA). This keeps information fresh for investigation and corrective action. Times like 12 hours are not the mandated window, and 48 or 72 hours would delay reporting beyond what the regulation requires, which is why the 24-hour timeframe is the correct choice. Note that separate requirements exist for immediate NTSB notification in the event of an accident or certain serious incidents.