Aircraft Maintenance Mechanics; Qualifications and Liability

This lesson includes a discussion of the qualifications of aircraft mechanics and inspectors; and accidents and harm caused by a failure to adequately maintain aircraft.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the lesson, the student will be able to:

1. List the qualifications required to become an aviation mechanic.
2. Describe the type of work a licensed private pilot can perform on their own aircraft.
3. Explain the responsibilities of a certificated inspector.
4. Explain the purpose and types of the FAA's Airworthiness Directives