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AVIATES Acronym Explained

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As a pilot or aircraft owner, keeping your airplane airworthy is one of the most important things you can do. But remembering every inspection and maintenance rule can be tough. Here’s what it means: A – Annual Inspection An annual inspection is required every 12 months for all aircraft.

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Ten Types of Aviation Maintenance Checks

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1) Line Maintenance Checks Line maintenance checks are the inspections that are performed most routinely. Most of these checks can even be done as the airplane is sitting at the gate because they are minimally invasive, require less tools, and take fewer maintenance personnel.

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Complete Preflight Checklists All Pilots Need

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Not only are we making checks on equipment and systems, but we’re also confirming our proficiency to fly the airplane. Before you start checking for correct operation of the systems, you need to verify that the airplane is airworthy.

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