Description
Aviation Safety Inspectors enforce FAA safety regulations by overseeing air operators and repair stations, inspecting aircraft and maintenance practices, evaluating records and training, and certifying airworthiness and operational compliance.
- • Inspect work of maintenance providers and repair stations to verify compliance with FAA standards and approved data.
- • Conduct ramp and facility surveillance of air carriers, operators, and training centers for regulatory compliance.
- • Perform or observe operational checks of aircraft systems and instrument indications to detect malfunctions.
- • Examine airframes, engines, landing gear, tires, and structures for damage, corrosion, and needed repairs.
- • Prepare and maintain detailed inspection, surveillance, investigation, and certification records and reports.
- • Inspect new, repaired, or modified aircraft and components for conformity and airworthiness using checklists and test instruments.
- • Audit maintenance records, flight logs, time-controlled parts, and AD compliance to confirm required intervals are met.
- • Recommend or require replacement, repair, or modification of noncompliant equipment and procedures.
- • Recommend changes to policies, guidance, standards, or regulations based on field findings and emerging risks.
- • Investigate accidents, incidents, and safety complaints to determine causes and corrective actions.
- • Evaluate and witness flight tests or operational evaluations of equipment, instruments, and systems under varied conditions.
- • Approve, suspend, or revoke airworthiness and operational certificates and authorizations.
- • Assess training programs and administer oral, written, and practical tests to ensure competency of airmen and repairmen.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
