scope:

This order affects virtually all aspects of FAA. Specific requirements and responsibilities of the individual offices are spelled out in the body of this order.

PURPOSE. This order sets forth requirements and procedures for reporting interruptions to facilities and services in the National Airspace System (NAS). It requires that interruptions be reported in a uniform manner using standard definitions, criteria, procedures, and terminology. The National Airspace Performance Reporting System (NAPRS) serves as a timely and accurate performance information system for use in determining and evaluating the operating condition of NAS facilities/services and the movement of air traffic.