CFR > Title 49 - Transportation > SUBTITLE B—Other Regulations Relating to Transportation > CHAPTER VIII—NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD (Parts 800–851) > PART 801—PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF INFORMATION > SUBPART C—Time Limits (§801.20 to §801.23) > 801.21—Initial determination.

801.21—Initial determination.

The NTSB FOIA Officer will make an initial determination as to whether to release a record within 20 working days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal public holidays) after the request is received. This time limit may be extended up to 10 additional working days in accordance with § 801.23 of this part. The person making the request will be notified immediately in writing of such determination. If a determination is made to release the requested record(s), such record(s) will be made available promptly. If the FOIA Officer determines not to release the record(s), the person making the request will, when he or she is notified of such determination, be advised of:
(a) The reason for the determination,
(b) the right to appeal the determination, and
(c) the name and title or positions of each person responsible for the denial of the request.