49 CFR §831.50
- (a)The regulations in this subpart apply when the NTSB is leading a marine or major marine casualty investigation.
- (b)In a marine or major marine casualty investigation led by the United States Coast Guard (USCG), this subpart applies if:
- (1)Upon USCG's request for assistance, the NTSB is leading an associated investigative activity; or
- (2)Upon coordination with the USCG, the NTSB elects to collect, test or analyze additional evidence beyond the scope of the USCG's investigation.