IR.VIII.A.S1FAA-S-ACS-8C · Nov 2023Skills

Performance and documentation of postflight inspection and aircraft discrepancies. Cond...

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Performance and documentation of postflight inspection and aircraft discrepancies. Conduct a postflight inspection and document discrepancies and servicing requirements, if any.

Bottom line

Postflight Inspections–Inspecting the aircraft following the completion of a flight may identify aircraft hazards before the next person flies the aircraft. Properly securing the aircraft may prevent damage, which could affect the next flight.

FAA references

  1. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  2. PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-10) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. RMH ch. 5 (p. 5-1) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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