Who is usually the delegated convening authority for class B mishaps?

• A. Wing/CC
• B. Numbered Air Force (NAF)
• C. Commanding Officer
• D. Base Safety Officer

Answer: (B)

The key idea is who has the authority to appoint the investigation team for a mishap. For a Class B mishap, the usual delegated convening authority is the Numbered Air Force Commander. This higher-level designation provides appropriate oversight and consistency across units within the command, reflecting that Class B incidents are significant and may involve more than one unit or broader safety implications. The convening authority’s job is to appoint the Mishap Investigation Board, define the investigation’s scope, and review the final report. The Wing Commander or Base Safety Officer can play important roles in safety processes, but the formal appointment of the investigating board for this level of mishap typically sits with the NAF Commander to ensure objectivity and command-wide applicability of findings and corrective actions.