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US-FAA14 CFR 43.11

Content, form, and disposition of records for inspections conducted under parts 91 and 125 and §§ 135.411(a)(1) and 135.419 of this chapter

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In plain English

After an inspection (such as an annual or 100-hour), the person performing it makes a specific record entry: the aircraft type/time, the kind of inspection, and a statement that it was found airworthy (or a signed list of discrepancies if not), with their signature and certificate number.

Key points

  • Inspection entries differ from maintenance entries (43.9).
  • State the inspection type and an airworthiness determination.
  • If not airworthy, provide the owner a signed list of discrepancies.

Common pitfalls

  • Confusing an "annual inspection" sign-off with general maintenance sign-offs.

*This is a plain-English summary for study only. The official 14 CFR text on this page is controlling — always read the current regulation.*

This is an original plain-English explanation for training and reference, not legal advice and not for navigation. Always rely on the current official rule linked above. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.