Federal Aviation Administration Southern Region FAASTeam CFI Special Emphasis Program Pilots Airworthiness Responsibilities Presented by: Mark L. Laughridge FAASTeam Program Manager May 2, 2009

Federal Aviation Administration 2 May 2, 2009 Objective - To define the word “airworthy”

Federal Aviation Administration 3 May 2, 2009 Objective - To review the requirements that must be met for an aircraft to be “airworthy”

Federal Aviation Administration 4 May 2, 2009 Objective – To address the owner/operator and PIC responsibilities for the airworthiness of an aircraft

Federal Aviation Administration 5 May 2, 2009 Understanding “Airworthy” The term “airworthy” is often used but was not specifically defined in the regulations until recently.

Federal Aviation Administration 6 May 2, CFR PART 3.5 § 3.5 Statements about products, parts, appliances and materials. (a) Definitions. The following terms will have the stated meanings when used in this section: Airworthy means the aircraft conforms to its type design and is in a condition for safe operation. Product means an aircraft, aircraft engine, or aircraft propeller.

Federal Aviation Administration 7 May 2, 2009 CIVIL AIRCRAFT AIRWORTHINESS 91.7 No person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in an airworthy condition. The pilot in command of a civil aircraft is responsible for determining whether that aircraft is in condition for safe flight….

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Federal Aviation Administration 12 May 2, 2009 CIVIL AIRCRAFT AIRWORTHINESS 91.7 No person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in an airworthy condition. The pilot in command of a civil aircraft is responsible for determining whether that aircraft is in condition for safe flight. The pilot in command shall discontinue the flight when unairworthy mechanical, electrical, or structural conditions occur.

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Federal Aviation Administration 14 May 2, 2009 STANDARD AIRWORTHINESS CERTIFICATE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION 1. NATIONALITY AND REGISTRATION MARKS N MANUFACTURER AND MODEL Boeing AIRCRAFT SERIAL NUMBER CATEGORY Transport 5. AUTHORITY AND BASIS FOR ISSUE This airworthiness certificate is issued pursuant to the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 and certifies that as of the date of issuance, the aircraft to which issued has been inspected and found to conform to the type certificate, therefor, to be in condition for safe operation, and has been shown to meet the requirements of the applicable comprehensive and detailed airworthiness code as provided by Annex 8 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation, except as noted herein: 6. TERMS AND CONDITIONS Unless sooner surrendered, suspended, revoked, or a termination date is otherwise established by the Administrator, this airworthiness certificate is effective as long as the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alterations are performed in accordance with Parts 21, 43, and 91 of the Federal Aviation Regulations, as appropriate, and the aircraft is registered in the United States. DATE OF ISSUANCE 11/29/92 FAA REPRESENTATIVE John Q. Publican DESIGNATION NUMBER DMIR ANM 1234 John Q. Publican Any alteration, reproduction, or misuse of this certificate may be punishable by a fine not exceeding $1,000, or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years, or both. THIS CERTIFICATE MUST BE DISPLAYED IN THE AIRCRAFT IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS. FAA Form EXEMPTION NO. 1013A FAR (b): Allows lateral displacement of C.G. from airplane centerline.

Federal Aviation Administration 15 May 2, AUTHORITY AND BASIS FOR ISSUE This airworthiness certificate is issued pursuant to the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 and certifies that, as of the date of issuance, the aircraft to which issued has been inspected and found to conform to the type certificate therefore, to be in condition for safe operation, and has been shown to meet the requirements of the applicable comprehensive and detailed airworthiness code as provided by Annex 8 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation, except as noted. Exceptions: 6. TERMS AND CONDITIONS Unless sooner surrendered, suspended, revoked, or a termination date is otherwise established by the Administrator, this airworthiness certificate is effective as long as the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alterations are performed in accordance with Parts 21, 43, and 91 of the Federal Aviation Regulations, as appropriate, and the aircraft is registered in the United States.

Federal Aviation Administration 16 May 2, 2009 WHAT DOES TYPE DESIGN MEAN? The type design consists of-- (a) The drawings and specifications, and a listing of those drawings and specifications, necessary to define the configuration and the design features of the product… (b) Information on dimensions, materials, and processes necessary to define the structural strength of the product… (c) The Airworthiness Limitations section of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness as required…

Federal Aviation Administration 17 May 2, then select “Type Certificate Data Sheets”

Federal Aviation Administration 18 May 2, 2009 TYPE DESIGN DATA SHEETS

Federal Aviation Administration 19 May 2, 2009 TYPE DESIGN DATA SHEETS

Federal Aviation Administration 20 May 2, 2009 TYPE DESIGN DATA SHEETS

Federal Aviation Administration 21 May 2, 2009 AIRCRAFT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES An aircraft operator is responsible for the following items [ & ]: –Ensuring that the aircraft has a current Airworthiness Certificate and Certificate of Registration in the aircraft. –Verifying that the aircraft is airworthy and in compliance with all applicable AD’s

Federal Aviation Administration 22 May 2, 2009 AIRCRAFT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES –Assuring that maintenance is properly recorded. –Ensuring that the aircraft operating limitations, including weight and balance, are in the aircraft and complied with. –Verifying that the aircraft is safe for flight.

Federal Aviation Administration 23 May 2, 2009 AIRCRAFT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES –Assuring that maintenance is properly recorded. –Ensuring that the aircraft operating limitations, including weight and balance, are in the aircraft and complied with. –Verifying that the aircraft is safe for flight.

Federal Aviation Administration 24 May 2, 2009 “There is plenty of room for my extra luggage”

Federal Aviation Administration 25 May 2, 2009 AIRCRAFT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES –Assuring that maintenance is properly recorded. –Ensuring that the aircraft operating limitations, including weight and balance, are in the aircraft and complied with. –Verifying that the aircraft is safe for flight.

Federal Aviation Administration 26 May 2, 2009 AR(R)OW A-Airworthiness Certificate (a)(1) R-Registration (a)(2) (R)-Radio Station License, when required O-Operating Limitations 91.9(b)(1)&(2) W-Weight and Balance , , & 91.9

Federal Aviation Administration 27 May 2, 2009 WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THINGS BREAK? The airworthiness certificate is no longer in effect!

Federal Aviation Administration 28 May 2, 2009 WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THINGS BREAK? Inoperative Instruments and Equipment Minimum Equipment List – MEL –Developed for a specific aircraft –Letter of Authorization from the FSDO required –Must be used by everyone who flies the aircraft –Training and records are required

Federal Aviation Administration 29 May 2, 2009 OPSPECS.COM

Federal Aviation Administration 30 May 2, 2009 WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THINGS BREAK? Inoperative Instruments and Equipment NO MEL decision chain –Regulations – TCDS and –Manufacturer – equipment list –Remove or deactivate, and placard (91.405) –Determination of safety

Federal Aviation Administration 31 May 2, 2009 WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THINGS BREAK? Inoperative Instruments and Equipment NO MEL decision chain –Regulations – TCDS and –Manufacturer – equipment list –Remove or deactivate, and placard –Determination of safety

Federal Aviation Administration 32 May 2, 2009 Inoperative equipment can cause a career changing moment

Federal Aviation Administration 33 May 2, 2009 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Federal Aviation Administration 34 May 2, 2009 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Federal Aviation Administration 35 May 2, 2009 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Federal Aviation Administration 36 May 2, 2009 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Federal Aviation Administration 37 May 2, 2009 SPECIAL AIRWORTHINESS CERTIFICATE

Federal Aviation Administration 38 May 2, 2009 REQUIRED INSPECTIONS Annual inspection (a) 100 hour inspection91.409(b) Progressive inspection91.409(d) Pitot-static/Altimeter Transponder ELT day VOR check91.171

Federal Aviation Administration 39 May 2, 2009 REQUIRED INSPECTIONS Annual inspection (a) 100 hour inspection91.409(b) Progressive inspection91.409(d) Pitot-static/Altimeter Transponder ELT day VOR check91.171

Federal Aviation Administration 40 May 2, 2009 REQUIRED INSPECTIONS Annual inspection (a) 100 hour inspection91.409(b) Progressive inspection91.409(d) Pitot-static/Altimeter Transponder ELT day VOR check91.171

Federal Aviation Administration 41 May 2, 2009 REQUIRED INSPECTIONS Annual inspection (a) 100 hour inspection91.409(b) Progressive inspection91.409(d) Pitot-static/Altimeter Transponder ELT day VOR check91.171

Federal Aviation Administration 42 May 2, 2009 REQUIRED INSPECTIONS Annual inspection (a) 100 hour inspection91.409(b) Progressive inspection91.409(d) Pitot-static/Altimeter Transponder ELT day VOR check91.171

Federal Aviation Administration 43 May 2, 2009 REQUIRED INSPECTIONS Annual inspection (a) 100 hour inspection91.409(b) Progressive inspection91.409(d) Pitot-static/Altimeter Transponder ELT day VOR check91.171

Federal Aviation Administration 44 May 2, 2009 REQUIRED INSPECTIONS Annual inspection (a) 100 hour inspection91.409(b) Progressive inspection91.409(d) Pitot-static/Altimeter Transponder ELT day VOR check91.171

Federal Aviation Administration 45 May 2, 2009 REQUIRED INSPECTIONS Annual inspection (a) 100 hour inspection91.409(b) Progressive inspection91.409(d) Pitot-static/Altimeter Transponder ELT day VOR check Current GPS data base / 91.7

Federal Aviation Administration 46 May 2, 2009 Airworthiness Directives Part 39.3 “ Airworthiness Directives are legally enforceable rules that apply to the following products: aircraft, aircraft engines, propellers, and appliances.” Part 39.7 “Anyone who operates a product that does not meet the requirements of an applicable airworthiness directive is in violation of this section.”

Federal Aviation Administration 47 May 2, 2009 AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

Federal Aviation Administration 48 May 2, 2009 Part (a) (2) (v) “The current status of applicable AD’s including for each, the method of compliance, AD number and revision date and if the AD involves recurring action, the time (aircraft time) and date when the next action is required”

Federal Aviation Administration 49 May 2, 2009 AD COMPLIANCE RECORD

Federal Aviation Administration 50 May 2, 2009 Responsibilities 14 CFR part 91, section states that an aircraft owner/operator shall, keep and maintain aircraft maintenance records. 14 CFR part 43, sections 43.9 and state that maintenance personnel are required to make the record entries.

Federal Aviation Administration 51 May 2, 2009 What Must Be In The Maintenance Records? Description of the work performed Date the work was completed Signature and certificate number of the person approving the work In addition, §43.9 requires: Name of any person performing work on the aircraft if other than the person approving that work     SIGNATURE 

Federal Aviation Administration 52 May 2, 2009 REVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES DOCUMENTS –Airworthiness –Registration –Operating Limitations –Weight & Balance AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES REQUIRED MAINTENANCE RECORDS INSPECTIONS –Annual- Transponder –100-hour- ELT –Pitot-static- VOR and GPS data base

Federal Aviation Administration 53 May 2, 2009 Preflight?

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Federal Aviation Administration 56 May 2, 2009 FAASafety.gov

Federal Aviation Administration 57 May 2, 2009 We in the FAA stand ready to join with you, to guide, and assist you in every way possible – but the primary responsibility for aviation safety rest with You!

Federal Aviation Administration 58 May 2, 2009 The Southern Region FAASTeam is dedicated to quality customer service and we would appreciate your feedback on the critique sheet provided. Thank You