VA operates 172 medical centers across the country and last year had more than 3 million patients enrolled in its health-care system. In 1997, VA began consolidating its long-standing patient safety programs and, in 1998, created the National Center for Patient Safety. Ames Research Center is NASA's lead center for Information Technology, Aviation Capacity and Aerospace Operation Systems. It has operated the ASRS since it was established in 1976. The system collects aviation operation reports submitted from pilots, air traffic controllers, flight attendants, mechanics and others who are involved in, or observe, an incident or situation which may compromise aviation safety.
All submissions are voluntary and held in strict confidence.
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